Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

roe

noun
/roʊ/
Definition
Roe refers to the eggs of fish, particularly sturgeon, which are often processed into caviar.
Examples
  • The chef prepared a delicacy using salmon roe.
  • She learned how to make sushi topped with fish roe.
  • The sturgeon is prized for its roe, which is used to make caviar.
Meaning
The word ‘roe’ typically indicates fish eggs, and in some contexts, it may also refer to the reproductive tissue of certain species.
Synonyms
  • eggs
  • spawn
  • ova