Sardine
/sɑːrˈdiːn/noun
A small, oily fish commonly found in schools in the ocean.
Did you know?The name 'sardine' is believed to come from the island of Sardinia, where these fish were once abundant, creating a connection to ancient maritime trade.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
sardina
“a small fish or sardine, named after Sardinia.”
Old French
Old French
sardine
“small fish, particularly from Sardinia.”
Middle English
Middle English
sardine
“introduced from Old French, referring to the small fish.”
Modern English
Modern English
sardine
“the term solidified in use for small, oily fish, often canned.”