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quahog

 

[ หˆkwรค-hษ’g ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

marine biology

A quahog is a type of hard-shelled clam found along the Atlantic coast of North America. It is often harvested for its meat and is known for its distinctive round shape. Quahogs are commonly used in various dishes, particularly in New England cuisine.

Synonyms

clams, hard clams, mercenaria

Examples of usage

  • We enjoyed a delicious chowder made with fresh quahogs.
  • The fisherman caught several quahogs during his trip.
  • Quahogs are often used in clam bakes.
  • You can find quahogs at local seafood markets.

Translations

Translations of the word "quahog" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคตเคพเคนเฅ‹เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ quahog

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฒะฐhog

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใ‚ขใƒ›ใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท quahog

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ quahog

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฟผํ˜ธ๊ทธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูˆุงู‡ูˆุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ quahog

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคธ้œๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒฃแƒแƒฐแƒแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ quahog

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ quahog

Etymology

The word 'quahog' originates from the Narragansett word 'poquaahoc', which refers to a type of hard clam. It was adopted into English in the early 17th century as European settlers began to explore the coastal regions of North America, where these clams were abundant. The quahog has been an important resource for local Native American tribes for centuries, used both as a food source and as a tool for trade. The name has evolved in spelling over the years, with variations reflecting regional dialects and influences. Today, quahogs remain a staple in the seafood industry, particularly in New England, where they are celebrated for their culinary versatility.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,160, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.