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abalone

/æbəˈloʊni/ noun · British & US
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What does abalone mean?

noun

A large sea snail, especially one of the genus Haliotis, having a pearly shell and a foot that can be used for locomotion. Abalone are prized for their meat and are often eaten raw or cooked.

Example

"The chef carefully sliced the abalone and served it with a side of garlic butter."

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