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twaite shad

Pronunciation: /tweɪt/

Definition of twaite shad

noun

  • a European shad (fish) with a deep blue back, silvery sides, and some spotting.
    • Alosa fallax, family Clupeidae

Origin:

early 17th century (as twaite): of unknown origin

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