milt

• Nom désignant le sperme ou la laitance des poissons mâles, ou la glande reproductive qui la contient, souvent de texture crémeuse.

A noun referring to the sperm or seminal fluid of male fish, or the reproductive gland containing it, which often has a creamy texture.

1. Fish reproductive fluidC2formal

   The sperm and seminal fluid of male fish, often having a creamy texture.

   Laitance

   • The chef prepared a dish using herring milt.
   • Milt is sometimes used as a delicacy in certain cuisines.
   • The male fish releases milt to fertilize the eggs.

   Synonymessoft roe

2. Sperm-filled glandC2formal

   The reproductive gland of a male fish that contains sperm.

   Laitance (glande reproductive du poisson mâle)

   • The milt of the salmon is collected for breeding purposes.
   • During spawning season, the milt is full and creamy.
   • The fisherman examined the milt to determine the fish's maturity.

   Synonymessoft roe