tilapia
noun
ti·la·pia
tə-ˈlä-pē-ə 
-ˈlā-
-ˈlā-
plural tilapia also tilapias
: any of numerous chiefly African freshwater cichlid fishes (genera Oreochromis, Tilapia, and Sarotherodon) often raised for food
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Prepping the tilapia fillets for baking were parishioners Bob Kliver of Vernon Hills and Bob Steinmeier of Long Grove.
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The tilapia is another favorite.
—Jenna Thompson
march 25, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Thinner fillets, like tilapia, can be used but tend to break apart, so stir the curry very gently if using.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
In reality, lean fish such as cod or tilapia provide protein and other vital nutrients, but contain far less of these healthy fats than fatty fish.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
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Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The tilapia is another favorite.
—Jenna Thompson
march 25, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Thinner fillets, like tilapia, can be used but tend to break apart, so stir the curry very gently if using.
—Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
In reality, lean fish such as cod or tilapia provide protein and other vital nutrients, but contain far less of these healthy fats than fatty fish.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tilapia
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“Tilapia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tilapia. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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