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anchovy vs Engraulis encrasicholus

Engraulis encrasicholus vs anchovy

anchovy and Engraulis encrasicholus both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
anchovy Yes No No No
Engraulis encrasicholus Yes No No No
As nouns, Engraulis encrasicholus is a hyponym of anchovy; that is, Engraulis encrasicholus is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than anchovy:
  • anchovy: small herring-like plankton-eating fishes often canned whole or as paste; abundant in tropical waters worldwide
  • Engraulis encrasicholus: esteemed for its flavor; usually preserved or used for sauces and relishes
Other hyponyms of anchovy include mediterranean anchovy.
anchovy (noun) Engraulis encrasicholus (noun)
small herring-like plankton-eating fishes often canned whole or as paste; abundant in tropical waters worldwide esteemed for its flavor; usually preserved or used for sauces and relishes
tiny fishes usually canned or salted; used for hors d'oeuvres or as seasoning in sauces
Difference between anchovy and Engraulis encrasicholus

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