Pronunciation: /æbəˈloʊni/

Definitions of abalone

noun a type of edible mollusk that has a flattened shell with a pearly interior

Example Sentences

A1 Abalone is a type of shellfish that is considered a delicacy.

A2 I tried abalone for the first time on my trip to the coast.

B1 The chef prepared a delicious abalone dish with a garlic butter sauce.

B2 The diver found a large abalone while exploring the ocean floor.

C1 The restaurant's specialty is grilled abalone served with a side of sautéed vegetables.

C2 The rare black abalone species is highly sought after by seafood enthusiasts.

adjective relating to or characteristic of abalones

Example Sentences

A1 I found a beautiful abalone shell on the beach.

A2 The abalone jewelry she wore was stunning.

B1 The chef prepared a delicious abalone dish for the special event.

B2 The abalone pearl necklace was a rare and valuable find.

C1 The abalone farm was known for its sustainable practices.

C2 The abalone conservation project aimed to protect the endangered species.

Examples of abalone in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a delicious abalone dish for the high-end restaurant.

informal I tried abalone for the first time last night, and it was surprisingly good!

slang Abalone is considered a luxury seafood item among foodies.

figurative Her beauty was like a shimmering abalone shell, captivating everyone around her.

Grammatical Forms of abalone

past tense

abaloneed

plural

abalones

comparative

more abalone

superlative

most abalone

present tense

abalone

future tense

will abalone

perfect tense

has abaloned

continuous tense

is abaloneing

singular

abalone

positive degree

abalone

infinitive

to abalone

gerund

abaloneing

participle

abaloneed

Origin and Evolution of abalone

First Known Use: 1821 year
Language of Origin: Spanish
Story behind the word: The word 'abalone' originated from the Spanish word 'abalón' which in turn came from the Rumsen language spoken by the Ohlone people of California.
Evolution of the word: The word 'abalone' has remained relatively consistent in its usage and meaning since its first known use in the early 19th century.