sturgeon
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Noun — A large freshwater or migratory fish prized for its roe, which is processed into caviar.
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Etymology
From Old French estorjoun, from a Frankish word for the fish — ultimately Germanic in origin.
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What does “sturgeon” mean?
The word “sturgeon” means a large freshwater or migratory fish prized for its roe, which is processed into caviar. In plain terms, a large fish whose eggs are turned into caviar.
How do you pronounce “sturgeon”?
“Sturgeon” is pronounced STURD-zhuhn (/ˈstɝd͡ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “sturgeon” in a sentence?
Here is “sturgeon” used in a sentence: “Wild sturgeon populations have declined sharply due to overfishing.”
What part of speech is “sturgeon”?
“Sturgeon” is a noun.
Where does the word “sturgeon” come from?
The word “sturgeon” comes from Old French. From Old French estorjoun, from a Frankish word for the fish — ultimately Germanic in origin.
Is “sturgeon” a common word?
“Sturgeon” is an uncommon word in modern English.