anchovy
(æntʃəvi , US -tʃoʊvi )
Word forms: anchovies
variable noun [oft NOUN noun]
Anchovies are small fish that live in the sea. They are often eaten salted.
...a tin of anchovies.
...anchovy fillets.
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Collocations:
anchovy fillets anchovy paste
Break the tuna into chunks and tuck into the leaves with the tomatoes, eggs and anchovy fillets.
Times, Sunday Times
Add the remaining anchovy fillets and the croutons.
The Sun
Scatter with a few capers, then cut some anchovy fillets in half lengthways and drape them decoratively over the top.
Times, Sunday Times
If you want a little extra pizzaz, you could add a few anchovy fillets or a smattering of dried chilli — or both.
Times, Sunday Times
Place the halves in an oiled baking dish, cut side up, and put 2 anchovy fillets in each.
Times, Sunday Times
The saltiest, most delicious anchovy paste ever - try it on toast.
The Sun (2010)
Put the egg yolks in a mixing bowl and whisk in the anchovy paste.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Gradually trickle the oil on to the anchovy paste while the processor is still running.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Three packs of Scotch pancakes and a tube of anchovy paste.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Translations:
Chinese: 凤尾鱼
Japanese: アンチョビー
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