Kipper: meaning, definitions and examples
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kipper
[ หkษชpษ ]
food preparation
A kipper is a type of fish, typically herring, that has been split open, gutted, salted, and smoked. It is commonly served for breakfast in Britain and other parts of Europe. Kippers can be enjoyed hot or cold and are often accompanied by buttered toast. The process of kippering fish enhances the flavor and preserves it for a longer duration.
Synonyms
herring, kippered herring, smoked fish
Examples of usage
- I had kippers for breakfast this morning.
- She bought some kippers from the local market.
- Kippers are often served with poached eggs.
- The traditional kipper dish was delicious and smoky.
Translations
Translations of the word "kipper" in other languages:
๐ต๐น arenque
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคชเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Hering
๐ฎ๐ฉ ikan asap
๐บ๐ฆ kipper
๐ต๐ฑ ลledลบ
๐ฏ๐ต ใญใใใผ
๐ซ๐ท hareng
๐ช๐ธ arenque
๐น๐ท ringalฤฑ
๐ฐ๐ท ํคํผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณู ู ู ุฏุฎู
๐จ๐ฟ sledฤ
๐ธ๐ฐ sled'
๐จ๐ณ ้ฒฑ้ฑผ
๐ธ๐ฎ sled
๐ฎ๐ธ sild
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะทะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ sardina
๐ฒ๐ฝ arenque
Etymology
The word 'kipper' originated in the late 14th century, derived from the Middle English term 'kipper', which is believed to have come from a variant of the Old Norse 'kippa', meaning 'to control or keep'. The word was initially used to describe a method of preparing fish, particularly herring, by splitting, salting, and smoking. The kippering process resembles the way fish were preserved in ancient times, making them edible for longer periods. Over the centuries, the term 'kipper' has become synonymous with the specific method of preparing herring, though it can sometimes refer to other types of fish prepared similarly. The popularity of kippers in British cuisine grew especially during the Victorian era when they were a staple breakfast item. Today, kippers are appreciated not only in the UK but also in various European countries, with numerous regional variations in preparation and serving.