Halibut
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhæ.lɪ.bət/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Halibut is a noun meaning A large flatfish of the genus Hippoglossus, which sometimes leaves the ocean floor and swims vertically.
Meaning
A large flatfish of the genus Hippoglossus, which sometimes leaves the ocean floor and swims vertically.
Example Sentences
[...] she frowned a displeased frown and told me for heaven's sake to stop goggling like a dead halibut.
Word Forms
- halibuts
- hallibut
- halibutt
Synonyms for halibut
Depending on context, synonyms include holibut.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include holibut, turbot, flounder, fish, black, dark.
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