gizzard shad

American  

noun

1. a silvery herring, Dorosoma cepedianum, of eastern and central U.S. waters, that has a gizzardlike stomach.

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Etymology

Origin of gizzard shad

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20

Example Sentences

But an emerging threat becomes evident in early June as Friesen hauls up minnow traps and gillnets packed with carp, gizzard shad, green sunfish and, ominously, three smallmouth bass.

From Seattle Times

Throughout the year, a great sushi chef in Los Angeles might draw out the deliciousness from many kinds of squid, clams, shrimp, crabs, scallops and abalone, as well as mackerel, trout, golden-eye snapper, gizzard shad, flounder, abalone, eel, conch, octopus tentacles, sea urchin, livers, eggs and milt.

From New York Times

I suppose I’ve always vaguely assumed that they simply don’t have what it takes to appear alongside such elite nigiri toppings as gizzard shad.

From New York Times

Catfish can be caught deep or shallow, Fresh cut gizzard shad, drum, carp, or bluegill are all excellent choices.

From Washington Times

Fresh cut gizzard shad, drum, carp, or bluegill are all excellent choices.

From Washington Times