Definition

A type of freshwater fish that is commonly found in Africa and is often farmed for food.

Example

We had grilled tilapia for dinner last night.

Conversation

Have you ever tried tilapia?

Yeah, I had it for dinner last week!

I heard it's really healthy and tasty.

It is! I love how versatile tilapia can be in recipes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'tilapia' originates from the Tswana language, where 'tilapia' means 'to take out' or 'to pull out'. It refers to a type of fish that is commonly found in freshwater environments.

Memory Tip

Think of the Tswana meaning 'to take out' — this helps you remember that 'tilapia' refers to a fish that is often caught or pulled out of water.

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