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whitebait

noun

The young of various species of fish, especially herrings, sprats or smelts

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Word length
9
Starts with
W
Ends with
T
Contains
HI
Scrabble score
17
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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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.

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