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tomalley
The hepatopancreas of a crustacean
Pronunciation: tə-măl′ē
Meaning
The hepatopancreas of a crustacean, often considered a delicacy.
Example
Many people consider the green tomalley found in cooked lobsters to be a delicacy.
Many people consider the green tomalley found in cooked lobsters to be a delicacy.
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