noun
General Slang
flake
FLAYK · noun · informal
Shark meat used in fish and chips.
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Definitions
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The flesh of certain sharks (usually gummy shark), commonly sold in fish and chip shops.
“A piece of flake and a scallop, please.”
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flake In A Sentence
A piece of flake and a scallop, please.
Origin & Usage
Australian fishmonger's term for shark meat.
People Also Ask
What is flake in fish and chips?
Flake is shark meat — usually gummy shark — sold as a boneless fillet in Australian fish and chip shops.
Is flake actually shark?
Yes. In Australia, flake specifically refers to shark flesh, most commonly gummy shark.
Why is it called flake?
It's the traditional Australian fishmonger's trade name for shark meat sold for eating.
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