Lobster: meaning, definitions and examples

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lobster

[ ˈlɒbstə ]

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seafood

A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and the first of its five pairs of limbs modified as pincers. Lobsters are highly prized as seafood.

Synonyms

crayfish, crustacean, shellfish

Examples of usage

Lobster is considered a delicacy in many parts of the world.
I ordered a lobster dish at the restaurant.

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slang

A person from a rural or lower-class background who is seen as unsophisticated or uncultured.

Synonyms

country bumpkin, hick, redneck

Examples of usage

He's just a lobster who doesn't know anything about art.
Don't be such a lobster, broaden your horizons.

Translations

Translations of the word "lobster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lagosta

🇮🇳 लॉब्स्टर

🇩🇪 Hummer

🇮🇩 lobster

🇺🇦 лобстер

🇵🇱 homar

🇯🇵 ロブスター

🇫🇷 homard

🇪🇸 langosta

🇹🇷 ıstakoz

🇰🇷 바닷가재

🇸🇦 جراد البحر

🇨🇿 humr

🇸🇰 homár

🇨🇳 龙虾

🇸🇮 jastog

🇮🇸 humar

🇰🇿 омар

🇬🇪 ლობსტერი

🇦🇿 lobster

🇲🇽 langosta

Word origin

The word "lobster" originates from Middle English, from Old English loppestre, which is of unknown origin. Lobsters have been a popular food source for centuries, with evidence of their consumption dating back to prehistoric times. In modern times, lobsters are considered a gourmet delicacy and are enjoyed in various cuisines around the world.