sardine
3 synonyms for sardine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small, oily fish, often canned in oil, related to the herring family.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sardine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tin of sardines
packed like sardines
canned sardines
Etymology
From French "sardine," from Latin "sardina," from Ancient Greek "sardine" — possibly named after the island of Sardinia, where the fish was once abundant.
Full origin of sardine →Frequently asked questions
What does “sardine” mean?
The word “sardine” means a small, oily fish, often canned in oil, related to the herring family. In plain terms, a small canned fish, or a way of describing people crammed tightly together.
How do you pronounce “sardine”?
“Sardine” is pronounced sah-DEEN (/sɑɹˈdin/ in IPA).
How do you use “sardine” in a sentence?
Here is “sardine” used in a sentence: “He had sardines on toast for a quick lunch.”
What part of speech is “sardine”?
“Sardine” is a noun.
Where does the word “sardine” come from?
The word “sardine” comes from Ancient Greek. From French "sardine," from Latin "sardina," from Ancient Greek "sardine" — possibly named after the island of Sardinia, where the fish was once abundant.
How many meanings does “sardine” have?
“Sardine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, oily fish, often canned in oil, related to the herring family.
