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whitebait

The English word “whitebait” has 3 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The young of various species of fish, especially herrings, sprats or smelts
  2. Food prepared from such fish, often deep fried and served as a starter or snack.

verb

  1. To fish for whitebait.

Etymology

From white + bait.

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