Quahog

/ˈkwahhɔg/
noun

A large, edible clam that is native to the eastern coast of North America and is especially popular in cooking.

We had a delicious bowl of clam chowder made with fresh quahogs.
Visual representation of "quahog" - A large, edible clam that is native to the eastern coast of North America and is especially popular in cooking.

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  • catch quahogs
  • eat quahogs

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clam chowder, seafood dish, hard-shell clam

noun

A type of clam used in various dishes, commonly found in coastal waters.

The fisherman caught several quahogs during his day out at sea.
Visual representation of "quahog" - A type of clam used in various dishes, commonly found in coastal waters.

Often appears as...

  • fishing for quahogs
  • selling quahogs

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coastal water, fishing, clam harvest

noun

A large, edible clam that is native to the eastern coast of North America and is especially popular in cooking.

We had a delicious bowl of clam chowder made with fresh quahogs.
Visual representation of "quahog" - A large, edible clam that is native to the eastern coast of North America and is especially popular in cooking.

Often appears as...

  • catch quahogs
  • eat quahogs

Usage tips

Neutral

clam chowder, seafood dish, hard-shell clam

noun

A type of clam used in various dishes, commonly found in coastal waters.

The fisherman caught several quahogs during his day out at sea.
Visual representation of "quahog" - A type of clam used in various dishes, commonly found in coastal waters.

Often appears as...

  • fishing for quahogs
  • selling quahogs

Usage tips

Neutral

coastal water, fishing, clam harvest

Definition 1 of 2
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Culinary Context

In culinary terms, 'quahog' often refers to its use in recipes. Example: 'Many clam recipes specify using quahogs due to their firm texture.'

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Regional Significance

In regions like New England, quahogs are often celebrated during local seafood festivals. Example: 'Quahogs are a staple at summer seafood festivals in Massachusetts.'

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Cultural Association

Understand that quahogs are symbolically tied to coastal cultures, reflecting local fishing traditions. Example: 'The quahog has historical significance in Native American culture as well.'

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Culinary Context

In culinary terms, 'quahog' often refers to its use in recipes. Example: 'Many clam recipes specify using quahogs due to their firm texture.'

LampPro Tip 2/3

Regional Significance

In regions like New England, quahogs are often celebrated during local seafood festivals. Example: 'Quahogs are a staple at summer seafood festivals in Massachusetts.'

LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Association

Understand that quahogs are symbolically tied to coastal cultures, reflecting local fishing traditions. Example: 'The quahog has historical significance in Native American culture as well.'

LampPro Tip 1/3

Culinary Context

In culinary terms, 'quahog' often refers to its use in recipes. Example: 'Many clam recipes specify using quahogs due to their firm texture.'

LampPro Tip 2/3

Regional Significance

In regions like New England, quahogs are often celebrated during local seafood festivals. Example: 'Quahogs are a staple at summer seafood festivals in Massachusetts.'

LampPro Tip 3/3

Cultural Association

Understand that quahogs are symbolically tied to coastal cultures, reflecting local fishing traditions. Example: 'The quahog has historical significance in Native American culture as well.'

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