Meaning & Definition of word "Caviar"

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    Caviar

    /ˈkæviˌɑːr/

    noun:

    • 1. The salted roe (eggs) of sturgeon or other fish, often considered a delicacy.
      • Example: She served caviar on blinis as an appetizer for the fancy dinner party.
    • 2. A luxury food item made from fish eggs, typically associated with high-end cuisine.
      • Example: The restaurant featured caviar as a highlight on its exclusive tasting menu.
    • 3. Any similar preparation of fish eggs from species other than sturgeon.
      • Example: The chef prepared a dish using trout caviar that was surprisingly delicious.

    Etymology

    From French 'caviar,' from Italian 'caviale,' from Latin 'caviāle,' from 'cavia' (a kind of fish).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    caviar dreams:

    Ambitions or aspirations that are extravagant or unattainable.

    caviar taste on a beer budget:

    Having expensive tastes while being unable to afford them.

    roe and caviar:

    Referring to fish eggs and luxury items together.

    Related Words

    roe:

    The eggs of fish, typically considered a delicacy.

    sturgeon:

    A type of large fish whose roe is used to make caviar.

    Slang Meanings of caviar

    Meaning: Luxury or something of high value.

    Example Sentence: When it comes to dining, that restaurant is pure caviar.

    Meaning: A term used to refer to high-class or upscale items.

    Example Sentence: He's got a caviar lifestyle with his expensive tastes.