Dungeness crab

American  

[duhn-juh-nes, duhn-juh-nes] / ˈdʌn dʒəˌnɛs, ˌdʌn dʒəˈnɛs /

noun

1. an edible crab, Cancer magister, of shallow Pacific coastal waters from northern California to Alaska.

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Etymology

Origin of Dungeness crab

First recorded in 1920–25; after Dungeness, village in NW Washington

Example Sentences

Jue said he has three other types of fishing permits, which allow him to continue earning a living by catching Dungeness crab, rock crab and rockfish.

From Los Angeles Times

He serves on a dozen state and regional committees focused on the Dungeness crab industry.

From Los Angeles Times

Saturday was opening day for Dungeness crab season.

From Los Angeles Times

From 2014 to 2016, a Pacific Ocean heat wave forced anchovies and other humpback prey closer to shore and into the path of Dungeness crab fishing equipment.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s a much-improved gastropub menu, with Dungeness crab rolls and a seared tuna sandwich, and classics like sausage rolls and fish and chips.

From Seattle Times