Etymology:
The word "plaice" comes from the Latin word "platessa," meaning "flatfish."
Meaning:
A plaice is a type of flatfish typically found in the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean, and Baltic Sea. It has a distinctive oval-shaped body with two eyes located on the left side of its head. Plaice are known for their mild flavor and white, flaky flesh.
Origin:
The origin of the word "plaice" can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*plet-," which means "flat." This root is also found in other words related to flatness, such as "plate" and "plateau." The word "platessa" was first used to describe flatfish in the 1st century AD by the Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder in his work "Naturalis Historia." The word "plaice" entered English in the 14th century, likely through the Anglo-Norman language.
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