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steenbras

steenbras

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A large sea fish from southern Africa that people eat
  • noun
  • South African
: steenbras
  • The steenbras is known for its firm white flesh and mild flavor.

Examples

  • Grilled steenbras is a popular dish in many South African coastal restaurants.

  • Local fishermen caught several steenbras early this morning near the rocky shore.

  • I caught a huge steenbras yesterday.

  • The steenbras is known for its delicious taste.

  • The restaurant served grilled steenbras with a delicious lemon sauce.

  • During our trip to South Africa, we enjoyed a large portion of fried steenbras.

  • Fishing for steenbras is popular among local fishermen off the southern coast.

Surface Forms

steenbras singular
steenbrases plural

Etymology

Steenbras comes from Afrikaans and Dutch parts steen 'stone' and bras 'bream' (a kind of fish). So think of it as a 'stone bream'—a fish often found near rocks and eaten as food.