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Definitions from WordNet

Noun alosa has 1 sense
  1. Alosa, genus Alosa - shad
    --1 is a kind of fish genus
    --1 is a member of Clupeidae, family Clupeidae
    --1 has members: shad; alewife, Alosa pseudoharengus, Pomolobus pseudoharengus

Definitions from the Web

ALOSA

Definition

ALOSA is a genus of fish in the family Clupeidae, commonly known as shads. Shads are characterized by their slender bodies and large mouths. They are found in both saltwater and freshwater habitats, and are known for their tasty flesh.

Parts of Speech

  • Noun

Senses

  1. Noun

    Any fish belonging to the genus Alosa.

    Example sentence: The alosa I caught from the river yesterday was delicious when grilled.

Usages

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