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bloater


Meanings
  • noun

    A large, bloated fish, especially a herring.

    - "The fisherman caught several bloaters during his trip to the North Sea."
    - "Bloaters are often used for bait in fishing."
    - "Bloater pate is a popular dish in some parts of Europe."

Synonyms

wanker
Variants
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bloater , bloaters
Etymology
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Originally, the term 'bloater' referred to any large, bloated fish, but it is most commonly used today to describe bloated herring.


Trivia
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  1. Bloaters are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients.

  2. The process of allowing herring to bloat was traditionally done in barrels buried in the sand.

  3. Bloaters are also known as 'kippers' when they are smoked and preserved in salt.


Related Concepts
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  1. herring: Bloaters are a type of herring that have been allowed to ferment and bloat.


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Bloaters have been an important part of European cuisine for centuries. They are often eaten pickled, smoked, or as pate. In some areas, they are also used as bait for fishing.

How to Memorize "bloater"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a large, bloated fish. Imagine the fish's belly distended and its eyes bulging.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'bloater' with large, bloated fish or with European cuisine.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'bloater' is a type of 'large, bloated fish'.


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