Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sprod

Noun
/sprÉ’d/
Definition
Sprod refers to a type of fish, often associated with the young or immature stages of certain species, particularly in British English.
Examples
  • The fisherman caught a few sprod while netting for herring.
  • During the fishing season, many local markets sell sprod as a delicacy.
Meaning
Sprod is typically used to describe young fish that are not yet fully grown or developed, particularly in the context of herring or sprats.
Synonyms
  • Sprat
  • Herring fry
  • Young fish