anchoveta
|an-cho-ve-ta|
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/ˌæntʃoʊˈveɪtə/
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/ˌantʃəʊˈviːtə/
small anchovy-like fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anchoveta' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'anchoveta', which is a diminutive of 'anchoa' meaning 'anchovy'.
Historical Evolution
'anchoveta' was borrowed directly from Spanish into English to refer to the specific species found in South America.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a small anchovy, but in English it now specifically refers to Engraulis ringens, a species important for fishmeal.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small fish of the anchovy family, especially Engraulis ringens, found off the Pacific coast of South America and important in the production of fishmeal.
The Peruvian anchoveta is a major source of fishmeal.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/02 00:36