tinned seafood
nounUK /tɪnd ˈsiːfuːd/
US /tɪnd ˈsiːfuːd/
Seafood that is cooked and packed inside a metal can so it can be kept for a long time.
We packed tinned seafood for the camping trip because it does not need a fridge.
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2. A category of pantry goods including canned tuna, sardines, mackerel, and shellfish.
The shop sells a wide range of tinned seafood, from smoked oysters to sardines in olive oil.
3. A style of casual eating built around small plates of canned fish and shellfish.
The tapas bar is famous for its tinned seafood served with bread and pickles.
4. Seafood preserved in cans used as an emergency or travel food supply.
Sailors often keep tinned seafood on board for quick meals at sea.