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hackleback

hackleback

1 9.9
A North American fish whose eggs are used to make caviar
  • noun
  • /ˈhækəlˌbæk/
  • Specialized
: hackleback
  • The chef prepared caviar from hackleback sturgeon for the special dinner.

Examples

  • Many restaurants serve hackleback caviar as a more affordable alternative to traditional varieties.

  • Fishermen in the Midwest often catch hackleback in large rivers.

  • The hackleback is known for its rich roe.

  • Many chefs prefer hacklebacks for their caviar dishes.

  • Hackleback sturgeon are prized for their rich hackleback roe, which is used to make high-quality caviar.

  • The chef prepared a dish featuring hackleback sturgeon, highlighting its unique flavor and texture.

  • Many seafood restaurants offer hackleback sturgeon as a gourmet option, especially for those seeking premium caviar.

Synonyms

sturgeon
vshackleback
15 7.1

A large fish with a long body, valued for its meat and caviar

is the specific North American species prized mainly for its roe

Surface Forms

hackleback singular
hacklebacks plural

Morphology

hackleback = hackle + back (semi-transparent) = hackle + back

Formally a compound of 'hackle' + 'back', but 'hackle' is an uncommon word so the sense 'a sturgeon species' is not obvious to an average B1 learner.

Etymology

Hackleback probably comes from the parts hackle and back, where hackle means 'feathers on the neck' and back means 'top of the body'. People used this name because the sturgeon has a row of rough plates along its back that can look like raised feathers, so the name fits the fish today.