Here is the dictionary-style entry for "ormer":
Ormer
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A type of edible sea snail found on the coasts of the British Isles.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈɔːrmər/, UK: /ˈɔːmə/
Origin and Usage: Ormer is a word that originated from the Norman French word "ormeau," which means abalone. It is commonly used in the British Isles to refer to a type of edible sea snail that is harvested from the rocky coasts. Ormer has been a part of the British diet for centuries and is often used in traditional dishes such as ormer stew.
Synonyms: Abalone, sea snail, whelk.
Related Words: Bream, clams, crabs, oyster, scallops.
Example Sentences:
- Ormer is considered a delicacy in the Channel Islands.
- The locals in Guernsey have been gathering ormers for generations.
- Ormer can be cooked in a variety of ways, including grilling, frying, and stewing.
- She ordered the ormer dish at the seafood restaurant.
- The ormer population has declined in recent years due to overfishing.