Calamari (noun)

1. A dish made from the cooked, sliced bodies of squid.
2. Squid that is often fried, sautéed, or grilled and served as an appetizer or as a main dish.

Origin:

From italian calamaro, from late latin calamarius, from latin calamarius ("inkstand, inkpot"), from calamus ("reed") because of their ink.

Examples:

1. He ordered the calamari as an appetizer.
2. The calamari was cooked to perfection and had a crispy golden brown exterior.
3. Calamari is a common ingredient in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
4. The calamari was tossed in a light batter and deep-fried.
5. Calamari can be served in a variety of ways including sautéed, grilled, or even in a sandwich.