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marine food

[məˈriːn fuːd]
nounpl: marine foods
alimento marinho
1. Food products derived from sea organisms, including fish, shellfish, seaweed, and other aquatic life
Marine food is an important source of protein in coastal communities.
O alimento marinho é uma fonte importante de proteína nas comunidades costeiras.
2. Nutrients and organic matter available in marine ecosystems that sustains sea life
Plankton serves as marine food for many fish species.
O plâncton serve como alimento marinho para muitas espécies de peixe.
Synonyms
seafoodsea foodaquatic foodocean food
Antonyms
terrestrial foodland foodfreshwater food

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alimento marinho; frutos do mar
Commonly used in all regions
Portugal
alimento marinho; produtos do mar
Formal usage; produtos do mar more commonly used for seafood
Rio de Janeiro
comida do mar; frutos do mar
Colloquial variation
São Paulo
alimento marinho; frutos do mar
Standard usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

from sea to table
fresh catch
harvest from the ocean
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