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whitebait

noun

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Wiktionary

noun

Etymology: From white + bait.

  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

Etymology: From white + bait.

  1. To fish for whitebait.