seafood

noun

sea·​food ˈsē-ˌfüd How to pronounce seafood (audio)
: edible marine fish and shellfish

Examples of seafood in a Sentence

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The restaurant promises bold Mexican flavors paired with the very best of British day-boat fish and seafood. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026 Dishes on Maya’s main menu include classic Mexican favorites, Mexican fusion such as birria ramen and egg rolls, and a wide selection of seafood options. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026 The beef and cheese cases, seafood bar and homemade pasta selection are stunning. Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 29 Jan. 2026 The 50,000 square-foot grocery store includes a pharmacy, cheese shop, sushi kiosk, deli, bakery, and meat and seafood counters. Jolene Almendarez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seafood

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of seafood was in 1836

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“Seafood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seafood. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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seafood

noun
sea·​food -ˌfüd How to pronounce seafood (audio)
: edible marine fish and shellfish

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