Sardine
/sɑːrˈdiːn/
Synonyms
- herring
- pilchard
- small fish
- tinned fish
Slang Meanings
A reference to being cramped or uncomfortable due to lack of space.
That subway car was so full, we were all sardines!
To be in a situation where there is not enough room for comfort.
The kids in the backseat were sardines on the long road trip.