edible frog
The term "edible frog" often refers to specific frog species that are consumed as food in various cultures, particularly in Europe and Asia.
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Definition
B2Culinary
(common)A type of frog that is commonly eaten, especially in European and Asian cuisines.
Example
- The edible frog is a popular delicacy in many French restaurants.
C1Zoology
(technical)A hybrid species, Pelophylax kl. esculentus, resulting from the crossbreeding of the pool frog and the marsh frog, native to Europe.
Example
- Pelophylax kl. esculentus is an example of a hybrid species, commonly referred to as the edible frog.
C1Zoology
(technical)A North American frog species, Lithobates clamitans, sometimes referred to as an edible frog.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "edible frog":
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