TURBOT


Meaning of TURBOT in English

n. 1 a flatfish, Scophthalmus maximus, having large bony tubercles on the body and head and prized as food . 2 any of various similar fishes including halibut.

[ ME f. OF f. OSw. törnbut f. törn thorn + but BUTT(3) ]

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