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king crab

/ˈkɪŋ kræb/

Traducción: Crustáceo marino de gran tamaño que habita en aguas frías, conocido por sus largas patas y apreciado como manjar en la gastronomía de mariscos.

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/ˈkɪŋ kræb/B1formalculinary
  • esCrustáceo marino de gran tamaño que habita en aguas frías, conocido por sus largas patas y apreciado como manjar en la gastronomía de mariscos.

A large marine crustacean found in cold waters, known for its long legs and prized as a delicacy in seafood cuisine.

  1. Large edible crustaceanB1formal

    A large marine crab found in cold waters, especially in the North Pacific and Bering Sea, prized for its sweet, tender meat.

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    • We ordered steamed king crab legs for dinner.
    • King crab is often served with melted butter.
    • Alaskan king crab is a popular delicacy in seafood restaurants.
  2. Species of crabB2formal

    Any of several large crabs of the family Lithodidae, characterized by a spiny shell and long legs.

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    • The red king crab is the most commercially important species.
    • King crabs are not true crabs but belong to a separate group.
    • Scientists study king crab populations to monitor ocean health.