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Definition of lobster

lobster

/ˈlɑːbstər/
lob · ster
Plural:lobsters
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Past Simple:lobstered
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Past Participle:lobstered
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Present Participle:lobstering
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lobster Lexical Profile

lobster Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large marine crustacean with a cylindrical body, stalked eyes, and five pairs of legs, the first pair of which are typically modified into large pincers.

Example

"The fisherman pulled up a heavy wooden trap containing a massive lobster from the rocky ocean floor."

2

The flesh of this crustacean used as seafood, typically turning bright red when boiled or steamed.

Example

"For our anniversary dinner, we ordered a rich and creamy lobster bisque followed by the main course."

• verb

1

To catch or seek to catch lobsters as a commercial or recreational fishing activity.

Example

"His grandfather spent his entire life lobstering off the rugged coast of Maine before retiring."

• Rhymes for lobster

• Nearby Words

lobelia
lobotomize
lobotomy
lobster
lobster bisque
lobsterman
lobularia

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'loppestre', derived from Latin 'locusta' (meaning 'locust' or 'crustacean'), combined with an Old English feminine agent suffix.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lobster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lobster
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