grouper

Meanings

• noun

  A large edible marine fish belonging to the Serranidae family, commonly found in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

  - "The grouper is a popular fish in the Mediterranean."
  - "Grouper is often served in high-end restaurants."

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with grouper
toupée , groupe , mopé

---

Variants

List of all variants of grouper that leads to same result
grouper , groupers , Goliath grouper , Goliath groupers , goliath grouper , goliath groupers , warsaw , warsaw grouper , warsaw groupers

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The name 'grouper' comes from the Portuguese word 'gropela' which means 'hook' due to the fish's tendency to bite on hooks.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The largest grouper ever recorded weighed over 800 pounds.

2. Groupers have large, powerful jaws and can bite through metal fishing lines.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Serranidae: The family of fish to which the grouper belongs.

2. Reef fish: Groupers are often found in reef environments and are an important part of the coral reef ecosystem.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Grouper is considered a delicacy in many cultures and is often served whole. It is a staple in the cuisine of the Caribbean, especially in the Bahamas, where it is called 'grouper fingers' when served in chunks.

How to Memorize "grouper"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the large, powerful mouth of a grouper when you hear the word.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'grouper' with the image of a large, delicious fish.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'grouper' starts with the same letter as 'group' and 'grip', which can help you remember its meaning.

---

Memorize "grouper" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize grouper is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.