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tilapia

/tɪˈlɑː.pi.ə/

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noun

/tɪˈlɑː.pi.ə/C1formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее род пресноводных рыб семейства цихлид, которых часто разводят в пищу.

A noun referring to a genus of freshwater fish belonging to the Cichlidae family, commonly raised for food.

proper noun

  1. B1formal

    A type of freshwater fish belonging to the Cichlidae family, commonly farmed for food.

    ruПресноводная рыба

    • Tilapia is a popular choice for fish farming due to its fast growth.
    • We grilled tilapia with lemon and herbs for dinner.
    • The lake is stocked with tilapia for recreational fishing.
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