fish stick

noun

: a small elongated breaded fillet of fish

Examples of fish stick in a Sentence

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Ready in 30 minutes Ditch the freezer fish sticks for a fast and delicious homemade version your kids will love. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 19 May 2026 Once the oil shimmers, add the frozen fish sticks and cook until heated through and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 After all, frozen fish sticks and McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish hardly scream catch of the day. J.m. Hirsch, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026 Crispy Alaska Fish Stick Sandwiches with Mango and Avocado made in the air fryer deliver golden fish sticks tucked into bread with creamy avocado and sweet mango, creating a quick meal that balances crisp texture with tropical flavor. Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fish stick

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fish stick was in 1952

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“Fish stick.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fish%20stick. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.

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fish stick

noun
: a small elongated breaded fillet of fish
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