Lexic.us

Definition of Plaice

1. Noun. Flesh of large European flatfish.

Definition of Plaice

1. n. A European food fish (Pleuronectes platessa), allied to the flounder, and growing to the weight of eight or ten pounds or more.

Definition of Plaice

1. a European flatfish [n -S]

Medical Definition of Plaice

1. A European food fish (Pleuronectes platessa), allied to the flounder, and growing to the weight of eight or ten pounds or more. A large American flounder (Paralichthys dentatus; called also brail, puckermouth, and summer flounder. The name is sometimes applied to other allied species. Alternative forms: plaise] Plaice mouth, a mouth like that of a plaice; a small or wry mouth. Origin: F. Plaise, plais, prob. Fr. L. Platessa flatish, plaice. See Place. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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