Alewife (Noun)
Meaning 1
Flesh of shad-like fish abundant along the Atlantic coast or in coastal streams.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Local fishermen prized the alewife for its rich flavor and delicate texture.
- The alewife was once a staple food in coastal communities, particularly during the spring migration.
- They spent hours by the riverbank, waiting to catch the alewife that swam upstream to spawn.
- Alewife were commonly smoked or salted to preserve them for the winter months when fresh catches were scarce.
- The annual alewife run was a significant event, drawing many anglers to the coastal streams and rivers.
Meaning 2
Shad-like food fish that runs rivers to spawn; often salted or smoked; sometimes placed in genus Pomolobus.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.