anchovy
noun
an·cho·vy
ˈan-ˌchō-vē 
an-ˈchō-vē
plural anchovies or anchovy
: any of a family (Engraulidae) of small fishes resembling herrings that includes several (such as Engraulis encrasicolus) that are important food fishes used especially in appetizers, as a garnish, and for making sauces and relishes
Examples of anchovy in a Sentence
a salad topped with garlic and anchovies
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That slick, umami-centric dressing composed of egg, garlic and anchovy is a winning mixture on an array of produce.
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Scott Hocker, theweek, 26 Nov. 2024
The regulation became necessary when the number of whales near the coast spiked after a marine heat wave from 2014 to 2018 apparently pushed their prey – such as sardines and anchovies – closer to shore, and the humpbacks followed.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
In a large mixing bowl, using the back of a spoon, mash together an egg yolk, anchovies, roasted garlic, and salt into a paste.
—Alyson Sheppard, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Pretty soon, he will be joined on this sunny September afternoon by showrunner David Zabel, and over crispy chicken Caesar salads (hold the anchovies), the duo will scan through some of the latest casting videos for local actors looking to score an upcoming part on the show.
—EW.com, 19 Sep. 2024
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Scott Hocker, theweek, 26 Nov. 2024
The regulation became necessary when the number of whales near the coast spiked after a marine heat wave from 2014 to 2018 apparently pushed their prey – such as sardines and anchovies – closer to shore, and the humpbacks followed.
—Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
In a large mixing bowl, using the back of a spoon, mash together an egg yolk, anchovies, roasted garlic, and salt into a paste.
—Alyson Sheppard, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Pretty soon, he will be joined on this sunny September afternoon by showrunner David Zabel, and over crispy chicken Caesar salads (hold the anchovies), the duo will scan through some of the latest casting videos for local actors looking to score an upcoming part on the show.
—EW.com, 19 Sep. 2024
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“Anchovy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anchovy. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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anchovy
noun
an·cho·vy
ˈan-ˌchō-vē
an-ˈchō-vē
plural anchovies or anchovy
: any of numerous small fishes resembling herrings that include several that are important food fishes used especially for sauces and relishes
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