tilapia
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of tilapia
First recorded in 1845–50; New Latin; further origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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"Tilapia originates from the Middle East and Africa, it is now extensively farmed, cod and haddock is so expensive now that tilapia seems the obvious choice, very tasty and affordable for everyone," he said.
From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026
Luke Nguyen’s Tilapia Fish Salad, from his cookbook "From China to Vietnam," is a masterclass in allium layering, using both fresh and fried red Asian shallots, as well as fresh and fried garlic.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2025
Tilapia skin is rich in collagen, and this structural protein's abundance has made the fish a popular resource in veterinary and human medicine.
From Scientific American • Oct. 1, 2023
Tilapia, mojarra, carp and little silvery charales were buried in pits with lime to combat the potent stench of rotting fish.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2021
Further observations by Pellegrin on Tilapia galilaea and Pelmatochromis lateralis, by E. Schoeller on Paralilapia multicolor, have led to the same result.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 3 "Chitral" to "Cincinnati" by Various
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