klipfish

Meanings

• noun

  A type of small, salt-preserved fish, commonly the herring (Clupea harengus), which is cut into strips and traditionally consumed in Southern Africa and Namibia.

  - "Have you tried the local delicacy, klipfish?"
  - "Klipfish is a popular ingredient in traditional Namibian cuisine."

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Variants

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killifish , killifishes

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Etymology

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The name 'klipfish' is derived from the Dutch word 'klip' meaning 'cliff' and 'vis' meaning 'fish'. This refers to the traditional method of preserving the fish by drying it on cliffs or rocks.

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Trivia

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1. Klipfish is also known as 'dried fish' or 'roots fish' in some communities.

2. The traditional method of preserving klipfish has been practiced for over 500 years.

3. Klipfish is a rich source of protein and other essential nutrients.

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Related Concepts

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1. Saltfish: Saltfish is a term used to refer to various types of salt-preserved fish, including klipfish. It is a common ingredient in Caribbean and West African cuisines.

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Culture

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Klipfish holds significant cultural and historical importance in Southern Africa and Namibia. It has been a staple food source for local communities for centuries, and its preservation method has been passed down through generations. Klipfish is often prepared in various ways, such as frying, baking, or stewing, and is served with maize meal or potatoes.

How to Memorize "klipfish"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, salt-preserved fish being cut into strips and dried on rocks by the sea.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'klipfish' with the image of a traditional delicacy enjoyed in Southern Africa and Namibia.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'klip' means 'cliff' and 'fish' means 'fish' to help recall the name of this preserved fish.

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