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.