Meaning of the word herring in English

What does herring mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

herring

US /ˈher.ɪŋ/

UK /ˈher.ɪŋ/

a silvery fish that is most abundant in coastal waters and is of great commercial importance as a food fish in northern Europe and North America.

Example:

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The fishermen caught a large net full of herring.

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Smoked herring is a popular dish in many Nordic countries.

Synonym:

sardine pilchard

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