brill
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Noun — A European flatfish similar to a small turbot, prized as a food fish.
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Etymology
Possibly from Cornish brilli ("mackerel"), from a Brythonic word meaning "spotted".
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What does “brill” mean?
The word “brill” means a European flatfish similar to a small turbot, prized as a food fish. In plain terms, a flatfish related to turbot, popular in European cooking.
How do you pronounce “brill”?
“Brill” is pronounced brihl (/bɹɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “brill” in a sentence?
Here is “brill” used in a sentence: “The chef served pan-fried brill with a lemon butter sauce.”
What part of speech is “brill”?
“Brill” is a noun.