roe

Meanings

• noun

  The reproductive organs and contents of certain fish, especially the sturgeon, used as food.

  - "The chef added a generous spoonful of caviar roe to the appetizer."
  - "Sushi lovers often indulge in the rich taste of salmon roe."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹoʊ/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɹoʊ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

milt

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with roe
doe , toe , glow

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Variants

List of all variants of roe that leads to same result
roe , roes , roe deer , roe deers , Jane Roe , Jane Roes , Richard Roe , Richard Roes

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Etymology

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Old English hroðu, hroð; akin to hroðan to make loud, roar. The word roe comes from the Old English word hroth, which means noise or roar. The term came to be associated with the roe of sturgeon due to the loud popping sound made when the roe sacs are removed from the fish.

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Trivia

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1. Sturgeon roe is one of the most expensive foods in the world.

2. Roe is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients.

3. The largest sturgeon roe comes from the Beluga sturgeon, which can grow up to 1,500 pounds.

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Related Concepts

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1. Caviar: A type of roe, typically from the sturgeon fish, that is considered a delicacy in various cuisines.

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Culture

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Roe has been a delicacy in various cultures for centuries. In Japanese cuisine, roe is known as 'ikura' and is often used as a topping for sushi and sashimi. In Russian and Eastern European cuisine, roe, particularly from the sturgeon fish, is known as caviar. It is often served as an appetizer and is considered a status symbol due to its high price and luxurious taste.

How to Memorize "roe"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a fish being caught and its roe being carefully removed. Visualize the shiny, pearly appearance of the roe.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word roe with luxury and indulgence, as it is often considered a high-end food item.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Roe, Oh Roe, A Delicacy From The Sea'

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