milt

• Substantivo que designa o esperma ou fluido seminal de peixes machos, ou a glândula reprodutiva que o contém, frequentemente de textura cremosa.

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.

   Leite de peixe

   • 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.

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2. Sperm-filled glandC2formal

   The reproductive gland of a male fish that contains sperm.

   Sêmen de peixe

   • 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.

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