Marine food: meaning, definitions and examples

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marine food

 

[ məˈriːn fuːd ]

Context #1

seafood

Food from the sea, including fish and shellfish, that is consumed by humans.

Synonyms

aquatic food, oceanic cuisine, seafood

Examples of usage

  • Marine food is known for its high nutritional value.
  • Many people enjoy eating marine food such as sushi and shrimp.
  • Restaurants along the coast often specialize in serving fresh marine food.
  • Marine food is an important part of many coastal cultures.
  • Marine food can be cooked in various ways, such as grilling, steaming, or frying.

Translations

Translations of the word "marine food" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alimentos marinhos

🇮🇳 समुद्री भोजन

🇩🇪 Meeresfrüchte

🇮🇩 makanan laut

🇺🇦 морепродукти

🇵🇱 owoce morza

🇯🇵 海産物

🇫🇷 fruits de mer

🇪🇸 mariscos

🇹🇷 deniz ürünleri

🇰🇷 해산물

🇸🇦 مأكولات بحرية

🇨🇿 mořské plody

🇸🇰 morské plody

🇨🇳 海鲜

🇸🇮 morski sadeži

🇮🇸 sjávarfang

🇰🇿 теңіз тағамдары

🇬🇪 ზღვის პროდუქტი

🇦🇿 dəniz məhsulları

🇲🇽 mariscos

Word origin

The consumption of marine food has been a vital part of human diets for centuries. Seafood has been a valuable source of protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients for coastal communities around the world. Fishing and gathering marine food have been traditional practices that have sustained many cultures. As technology has advanced, the fishing industry has grown, leading to both the sustainable and unsustainable harvesting of marine resources. The popularity of marine food has also led to the development of various cuisines that showcase the flavors and versatility of seafood.