Whitebait definition

Whitebait

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WordNet

(1) The edible young of especially herrings and sprats and smelts

(2) Minnows or other small fresh- or saltwater fish (especially herring); usually cooked whole

WiktionaryText

whitebait

The young of various species of fish, especially herrings, sprats or smelts, served deep fried as a starter or snack