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Dungeness crab

American

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

noun

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

Etymology

Origin of Dungeness crab

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

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2025

Saturday was opening day for Dungeness crab season.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2024

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 • May 8, 2024

In the early years, their imperial rolls were stuffed with Carlton Farms ground pork and Dungeness crab meat.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2024

“The potential for impact,” he said, “can’t be quantified. If they eat the juvenile crab, that could be a big deal. Dungeness crab is our No. 1 fishery.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2024

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