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Homarus

Homarus

9.3
A group of large lobsters that people eat, like the common North Atlantic lobster
  • noun
  • /hoʊˈmɑːrəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Homarus
  • The genus Homarus comprises both the European and American lobsters.
  • Homarus americanus

Examples

  • Marine biologists study the life cycle of Homarus in coastal ecosystems.

  • Species within Homarus are highly valued for their culinary use.

  • The chef prepared a delicious dish with Homarus.

  • Have you ever tried Homarus in a seafood restaurant?

  • The Homarus species, commonly known as the American lobster, is a delicacy in many seafood restaurants.

  • Chefs often prepare dishes using Homarus, showcasing its sweet and firm flesh.

  • When dining by the coast, you can often find a menu featuring dishes made with Homarus.

Synonyms

genus Homarus
vsHomarus
  • Specialized
8.3

A group of large lobsters that people eat, like the American and European lobsters

is broader, giving the common North Atlantic edible type rather than scientific detail

Compounds

genus Homarus
  • Specialized
8.3

A group of large lobsters that people eat, like the American and European lobsters

Homarus americanus
  • Specialized
8.1

A large lobster that lives on the Atlantic coast of North America and people eat

Homarus capensis
  • Specialized
9.9

A small lobster from the southern African coast called the Cape lobster

Surface Forms

Homarus singular
Homarus plural

Etymology

Homarus comes from an ancient Greek word homarus that meant 'lobster' or 'sea-crab', and scientists borrowed this old name as the Latin genus for the edible lobsters we know today.