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Definition of sterlet

sterlet

/ˈstɝː.lɪt/
ster · let
Plural:sterlets
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sterlet Lexical Profile

sterlet Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small species of Eurasian sturgeon native to the major river basins flowing into the Caspian, Black, Azov, and Baltic seas, highly valued for its delicate flesh and premium golden caviar.

Example

"Historically, the tsars of Russia prized the sterlet as a culinary delicacy served at royal banquets."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into English in the late 16th century from Russian 'стерлядь' (sterljad').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sterlet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sterlet
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