anchovy
noun
an·cho·vy
ˈan-ˌchō-vē 
an-ˈchō-vē
plural anchovies or anchovy
: any of a family (Engraulidae) of small fishes resembling herrings that includes several (such as Engraulis encrasicolus) that are important food fishes used especially in appetizers, as a garnish, and for making sauces and relishes
Examples of anchovy in a Sentence
a salad topped with garlic and anchovies
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The underwater world informed also her approach to accessories, which ranged from mesh handbags studded with transparent beads mimicking drops of water to statement necklaces, bracelets and belts evoking octopus tentacles and small anchovies.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
So, our anchovies are sad but green.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Red onion, anchovies, garlic, parm.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 May 2026
The chain's Spanish locations also feature a wide number of different croqueta varieties, jamón ibérico at the ready, a full fridge stocked with different anchovy products, and an extensive range of prepared seafood.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
So, our anchovies are sad but green.
—Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Red onion, anchovies, garlic, parm.
—Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 May 2026
The chain's Spanish locations also feature a wide number of different croqueta varieties, jamón ibérico at the ready, a full fridge stocked with different anchovy products, and an extensive range of prepared seafood.
—Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
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“Anchovy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anchovy. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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anchovy
noun
an·cho·vy
ˈan-ˌchō-vē
an-ˈchō-vē
plural anchovies or anchovy
: any of numerous small fishes resembling herrings that include several that are important food fishes used especially for sauces and relishes
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