Meaning of the word whitebait in English

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whitebait

US /ˈwaɪt.beɪt/
UK /ˈwaɪt.beɪt/
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Noun

the immature fry of herring, sprat, and other small fish, caught and eaten as food

Example:
We had crispy fried whitebait as an appetizer.
The restaurant is famous for its fresh whitebait dishes.