Main Entry: an·cho·vy

Pronunciation: \ˈan-ˌchō-vē, an-ˈ\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural an·cho·vies or an·cho·vy

Etymology: Spanish anchova

Date: 1595

: any of a family (Engraulidae) of small fishes resembling herrings that includes several (as Engraulis encrasicholus) that are important food fishes used especially in appetizers, as a garnish, and for making sauces and relishes