Sparling (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The common smelt of Europe.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

• Osmerus Eperlanus
• European Smelt

Meaning ²

Common smelt of Europe.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

• The sparling is a common smelt species found in European waters, particularly in the Baltic Sea and the North Sea.
• Sparling are small fish that are often caught accidentally in commercial fishing nets intended for other species.
• In some European countries, sparling are considered a delicacy and are served fried or pickled.
• Sparling have a distinctive smell that is often associated with the sea and are prized for their strong flavor.
• The sparling population in European waters has been declining in recent years due to habitat degradation and overfishing.

Synonyms

• European Smelt

Hypernyms

• Smelt