caviar

[[kæviːɑː]]
[[kæviːɑɹ]]
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Caviar is a type of luxury food made from fish eggs. It's a delicacy that people often enjoy at special occasions.

When people talk about caviar, they usually mean the high-end version that comes from sturgeon fish, which is found in certain parts of the world like Russia and Iran. This kind of caviar can be very expensive because it takes a lot of time to harvest and process the eggs carefully. You might see caviar on the menu at fancy restaurants or served as an appetizer at luxury events. Some people even buy caviar as a special treat for themselves, like a bottle of fine wine. When you hear someone mention caviar, they're probably talking about the pricey fish egg delicacy that's often associated with wealth and exclusivity.

How common is "caviar"?

Word caviar is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • Roe of the sturgeon or other large fish, considered a delicacy.

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