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    Morue (en. Cod)

    [mɔʁy]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A highly prized sea fish, often associated with Mediterranean cuisine.
    Cod is frequently served in brandade.
    La morue est fréquemment servie en brandade.
    Salted cod, used in several typical dishes.
    He bought cod to make a soup.
    Il a acheté de la morue pour préparer une soupe.
    The term is also used to refer to certain dishes made with this fish.
    This cod in cream is a delight.
    Cette morue à la crème est un délice.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'morue', derived from Latin 'merula'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To eat cod
    To prepare and consume cod.
    manger de la morue
    Cod in oil
    A preparation where the cod is preserved in oil.
    morue à l'huile

    Related Words

    Haddock
    A fish closely related to cod, often used interchangeably.
    cabillaud
    Bacalao
    Spanish term for cod, especially in the context of cuisine.
    bacalao

    Slang Meanings

    Cod can refer to a woman of loose morals.
    He called her a cod because of her associations.
    Il l'a traitée de morue en raison de ses fréquentations.
    Used to describe someone as being lazy.
    Don't be a cod and help me a little.
    Ne sois pas une morue et aide-moi un peu.