american lobster
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Definition
Noun: 1. A species of lobster: A large marine crustacean (Homarus americanus) native to the Atlantic coast of North America, characterized by its two large, powerful claws. 2. The edible flesh of this lobster: The meat, especially from the large claws and tail, of the Homarus americanus, known for being tender and flavorful.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Species):
- The American lobster is easily identified by its large claws, one for crushing and one for cutting.
- Conservation efforts are important to maintain healthy populations of the American lobster.
- Noun (Food):
- For dinner, we steamed an American lobster and served it with melted butter.
- The menu featured a bisque made from American lobster.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in biological and commercial contexts to distinguish from other lobster species, such as the European lobster () or spiny lobsters.
- In culinary and fishing industries, "American lobster" often implies the product is from the cold waters of the northeastern United States and Canada, where it is a major commercial resource.
Variants and Related Words
- Northern lobster: Another common name for the same species ().
- Maine lobster: A market name often used synonymously with American lobster, referencing a primary region where it is caught.
- Homarus americanus: The scientific (Latin) name for the species.
Synonyms
- For the species: Northern lobster.
- For the food: Lobster meat, lobster tail (specifically part of it).
Related Phrases
- Lobster trap: A device used to catch American lobsters.
- Lobster fishery: The industry centered on harvesting American lobsters.
Noun
- lobster of Atlantic coast of America
- flesh of cold-water lobsters having large tender claws; caught from Maine to the Carolinas