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Littleneck (Noun)

Meaning 1

A quahog when young and small; usually eaten raw; an important food popular in New York.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

  • Littlenecks are a type of clam that are commonly found on Long Island and are a staple in the local cuisine.
  • At many New York City restaurants, littleneck clams on the half shell are a popular appetizer option.
  • Quahogs are usually harvested when they are young and small, at which point they are referred to as littlenecks.
  • Littlenecks have a sweet, briny flavor and are typically served raw on the half shell, often with a squeeze of lemon.
  • The ability to serve fresh littlenecks year-round has helped to make them an essential part of New York's culinary identity.

Synonyms

  • Littleneck Clam

Hypernyms

  • Quahog
  • Hard-shell Clam
  • Round Clam

Meaning 2

A young quahog.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The littleneck was the perfect ingredient for the clam chowder recipe.
  • Young quahogs are often referred to as littlenecks in the culinary world.
  • By the time the littleneck grows to about 4 inches, it's usually considered a chowder clam.
  • We dug up a dozen littlenecks from the beach and took them back to the kitchen for dinner.
  • In the restaurant industry, littenecks are often used in seafood stews and soups due to their tender flavor and texture.

Synonyms

  • Littleneck Clam

Hypernyms

  • Mercenaria Mercenaria
  • Hard-shell Clam
  • Quahaug
  • Venus Mercenaria
  • Round Clam
  • Hard Clam
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