Clambake: meaning, definitions and examples
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clambake
[ ˈklæmˌbeɪk ]
food gathering
A clambake is a traditional seafood feast, typically featuring clams, oysters, lobsters, and other shellfish. It is often cooked outside in a pit lined with seaweed, rocks, and water. This method of cooking creates a unique flavor that is highly regarded.
Synonyms
clam gathering, ocean harvest, seafood feast.
Examples of usage
- We held a clambake on the beach last summer.
- The annual clambake attracted hundreds of seafood enthusiasts.
- She prepared a delicious clambake for her friends.
- They enjoyed a traditional New England clambake during their vacation.
Translations
Translations of the word "clambake" in other languages:
🇵🇹 festa do marisco
🇮🇳 क्लैमबेक
🇩🇪 Muschelessen
🇮🇩 pesta kerang
🇺🇦 кламбек
🇵🇱 klambek
🇯🇵 クラムベイク
🇫🇷 clambake
🇪🇸 clambake
🇹🇷 deniz kabuğu pişirme
🇰🇷 조개구이
🇸🇦 طهي المحار
🇨🇿 vaření mušlí
🇸🇰 varenie mušlí
🇨🇳 蛤蜊烧烤
🇸🇮 kuhanje školjk
🇮🇸 snekkjuhátíð
🇰🇿 қамыр пісіру
🇬🇪 კლამბეკი
🇦🇿 clam bişirmə
🇲🇽 clambake
Etymology
The term 'clambake' originates from the Native American method of cooking clams, which was adopted by early European settlers in New England. The process involves digging a pit in the ground, lining it with seaweed, and placing clams and other seafood over hot stones. The tradition became popular in the 19th century, especially among coastal communities that celebrated seafood harvests. As a social event, clambakes provided opportunities for community bonding, sharing stories, and enjoying the bounties of the ocean. Over the years, clambakes have evolved into festive gatherings where families and friends come together to celebrate various occasions, solidifying its place in American culinary culture.