Etymology

lemon sole

Today it means: A European flatfish of the species Microstomus kitt (not a true sole). Full definition →

French sole limande
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  1. French · derived fromsole limande
  2. English todaylemon sole

Probably from French sole limande. See Wikipedia article for more theories.

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