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Definition of dentex

dentex

/ˈdɛn.tɛks/
den · tex
Plural:dentexes
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• noun

1

A large predatory marine fish of the sea bream family, characterized by its sharp, prominent teeth, natively found in the Mediterranean Sea, the Black Sea, and the eastern Atlantic Ocean.

Example

"The chef prepared a beautifully roasted dentex, garnished with lemon and fresh Mediterranean herbs."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'dentex' (a kind of sea fish), derived from 'dens' (tooth), referring to the fish's highly visible, sharp, canine-like teeth.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dentex. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dentex
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