flatfish
A species of
FISH (including
FLOUNDER,
HALIBUT and
SOLE) characterized by a rather flat body, with both eyes located on the upper side. Flat
FISH swim on one side only; the side facing downwards is always very pale. See also
BRILL; SAND
DAB;
FISH;
DAB;
TURBOT.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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