Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pilchard
Noun
/ˈpɪl.tʃərd/
Definition
A small fish belonging to the herring family, often found in large schools in saltwater.
Examples
- The chef prepared a delicious pilchard dish for the dinner menu.
- Many fishermen rely on pilchards as a sustainable catch.
- In Mediterranean cuisine, pilchards are often grilled or used in pasta dishes.
Meaning
Pilchard refers to a species of fish that is commonly caught for food and is known for its oily flesh, often used in canned products.
Synonyms
- Sardine
- Herring
- Clupea (genus name)
