turbot

• Substantivo que designa um peixe plano europeu de grande porte, de cor acastanhada, ou a carne desse peixe usada como alimento.

A noun referring to a large brownish European flatfish, or the flesh of this fish used as food.

1. Flesh of a large European flatfishB2formalculinary

   The edible meat of a large flatfish species found in European waters, prized for its delicate flavor and firm texture.

   Carne de turbot

   • The chef prepared grilled turbot with lemon butter sauce.
   • Turbot is considered a delicacy in many European restaurants.
   • She ordered the pan-seared turbot with seasonal vegetables.

2. A large brownish European flatfishB2formal

   A species of flatfish (Scophthalmus maximus) found in European coastal waters, characterized by its diamond-shaped body and brownish coloration.

   Pregado

   • Turbot can grow up to one meter in length and weigh over 25 kilograms.
   • The fisherman caught a large turbot off the coast of Brittany.
   • Marine biologists study the migration patterns of wild turbot.