suriga

/suˈriːɡə/ or /suˈrɪɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of fish, also known as a sardine or pilchard, native to the Philippines

“The suriga was a common ingredient in local Filipino dishes.”

2. proper noun

the name of a province in the Philippines

“The Suriga province has a rich history and culture.”

Synonyms

  • pilchard
  • sardine

Antonyms

  • shark
  • whale