noun
- plural of jacksmelt; small silvery fish of the smelt family found in coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean.
Usage: chiefly North American; also called California smelt
Examples
- Jacksmelts are commonly caught by recreational anglers along the California coast.
- The restaurant served grilled jacksmelts as a local specialty.
- Jacksmelts spawn in shallow waters during spring months.
- Fishermen use small nets to catch jacksmelts near the pier.
- These jacksmelts are prized for their delicate flavor.