Meaning & use
lobster
A large sea creature with a hard shell, eight legs, and two large claws, prized as food.
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They ordered fresh lobster at the seaside restaurant overlooking the harbor.
The chef steamed the lobster and served it with melted butter.
A note on using this word
Lobster is considered a luxury food in many countries, though it was once common enough to feed prisoners.
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