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roe

 

[ roสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fish terminology

Roe refers to the eggs of fish and certain other marine animals, particularly those that are harvested for human consumption. It is often considered a delicacy in many cuisines around the world. The term can also refer to the male sperm, which is sometimes collected and processed similarly. Roe is often used in dishes like sushi or as a garnish in gourmet preparations. Different types of roe can vary greatly in flavor, texture, and appearance.

Synonyms

eggs, spawn, sperm.

Examples of usage

  • Caviar is a highly prized type of roe.
  • The chef garnished the dish with fresh roe.
  • Some recipes call for fish roe as a key ingredient.
  • In Japanese cuisine, roe is commonly used in sushi.

Translations

Translations of the word "roe" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ovas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคกเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rogen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ telur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะบั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ikra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅต

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ล“ufs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ huevos

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumurta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ikra

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ikra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฑผๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ikra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ egg

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผั‹ั€ั‚า›ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒชแƒฎแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumurta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ huevos

Etymology

The word 'roe' comes from the Old English term 'rลe', which is related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as the Old Norse 'rรณn' and German 'Rogen'. Its etymology traces back to the Proto-Germanic '*raughล', which refers to fish eggs or spawn. Historically, roe has been significant in various cultures, especially in fishing communities, where it has been valued both as a food source and as a commodity. Throughout the centuries, the production and consumption of roe, especially from sturgeon, have led to the development of luxury products like caviar. Today, roe continues to be an important component of gastronomy and international cuisine, celebrated for its unique flavors and textures.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,746, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.