finnan haddie
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of finnan haddie
1805–15; literally, haddock of Findhorn, fishing port in Scotland; -ie
Example Sentences
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Cooks stuck in lockdown have also been eager for shelf-stable products like smoked salmon, finnan haddie, salt cod and even one product that none of Mr. DeMasco’s restaurant clients will touch: frozen fish.
From New York Times
I don’t recall any explanatory text as to what finnan haddie was, but it sure sounded exotic.
From New York Times
It attains to a weight of 15 ℔ and is one of the most valuable food fishes of Europe, both fresh and smoked, the “finnan haddie” of Scotland being famous.
From Project Gutenberg
Why, I always loved the perfume of finnan haddie.
From Project Gutenberg
I’ve got to know what’s on the other side before I touch one mouthful of that finnan haddie you promised me for breakfast.”
From Project Gutenberg
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