surf and turf

noun

: seafood and steak served as a single course

Examples of surf and turf in a Sentence

We both ordered the surf and turf.
Recent Examples on the Web The thing to order here is a surf and turf combo that could pairs filet mignon with a variety of seafood from shrimp and scallops to oysters or marinated salmon. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2024 The four-course dinner was any seafood lover’s dream, starting with scallops and vegetables and topping off with surf and turf. Kylee McGuigan, Vogue, 30 July 2024 During the first episode, competitors will prepare sliders with their signature flavors, as well as surf and turf, with the hopes of impressing judges. Kathryn Muchnick, Journal Sentinel, 28 June 2024 The guests requested surf and turf, so Jono switches the menu from lobster to crab. Emma Soren, Vulture, 3 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for surf and turf 

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Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of surf and turf was in 1961

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“Surf and turf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surf%20and%20turf. Accessed 10 Oct. 2024.

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