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fingerling
This term is primarily used in technical or culinary contexts to describe specific sizes and shapes of biological organisms. In aquaculture, it refers to a precise developmental stage of fish, marking the transition from larvae to a juvenile state capable of surviving in a natural environment. It is a term of utility for fish farmers and conservationists rather than a general descriptive word for any small fish.
In a culinary context, the term describes a specific variety of potato characterized by its elongated, narrow shape. Unlike general "baby potatoes," which can be round, fingerlings are specifically prized for their slender profile and waxy texture, making them a distinct category in gourmet cooking and agriculture.
Meanings
Examples
The hatchery released thousands of trout fingerlings into the stream.
I prefer using fingerling potatoes for roasting because they hold their shape better.
Look at these tiny fingerlings swimming in the tank.
These fingerling potatoes have a wonderful buttery flavor.
The biologist carefully measured the length of each fingerling.
We should buy some fingerlings for the pond this spring.
Sauté the fingerling potatoes in olive oil and garlic.
The salmon fingerlings are finally ready to be moved to the larger tank.