alose
|a-lose|
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/əˈloʊs/
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/əˈləʊs/
type of fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alose' originates from French, specifically the word 'alose', where it referred to a type of fish.
Historical Evolution
'alose' was borrowed directly from the French word 'alose', maintaining its meaning as a type of fish.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of fish', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of fish, specifically a shad, found in European waters.
The alose is commonly found in the rivers of France.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/02 17:21