Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dungeness
noun
/ˈdʌn.dʒə.nəs/
Definition
A term commonly used to refer to a type of crab found on the west coast of North America, known for its sweet, delicate flavor.
Examples
- The Dungeness crab is a local delicacy in many coastal towns.
- We had a wonderful dinner featuring freshly steamed Dungeness crabs.
- During crab season, fishermen often catch dozens of Dungeness crabs.
Meaning
Dungeness often refers to Dungeness crab, prized for its taste and is named after Dungeness Spit in Washington state.
Synonyms
- None commonly used as a direct synonym, but related terms include: blue crab, king crab, snow crab.
