red mullet

Thân thiện

A red mullet swims among the coral reef.

Definition

Noun 1. A small, brightly colored marine fish, typically found in warm waters, characterized by having two long barbels (whisker-like sensory organs) on its chin. It is valued as a food fish.

Usage

• The red mullet is prized by chefs for its delicate, flavorful flesh.
• We spotted a school of red mullet near the reef, their pinkish-red bodies easily visible in the clear water.
• The fisherman's catch included several red mullet, identifiable by their distinctive chin barbels.

Advanced Usage

• The term red mullet can specifically refer to fish of the family , particularly genera like .
• In culinary contexts, red mullet is often cooked whole, grilled, or baked, and is considered a delicacy in Mediterranean cuisine.

Variants and Related Words

• Goatfish: A common synonym for red mullet, referring to the same family of fish (). The name "goatfish" comes from the fish's barbels, which are thought to resemble a goat's beard.
• Surmullet: Another term, particularly in British English, for the red mullet ().

Synonyms

• Goatfish
• Surmullet

Notes on Different Meanings

• The primary meaning of red mullet is the fish described above. It should not be confused with the grey mullet (fish of the family ), which is a different, silvery-colored fish often found in estuaries.

Học thuật

Noun

1. brightly colored tropical fishes with chin barbels

Từ đồng nghĩa

• goatfish
• surmullet
• Mullus surmuletus