finnan haddie

or fin·nan had·dock

[ fin-uhn had-ee ]

noun

1. smoked haddock.

Word History and Origins

Origin of finnan haddie¹

1805–15; literally, haddock of Findhorn, fishing port in Scotland; -ie

Example Sentences

Cooks stuck in lockdown have also been eager for shelf-stable products like smoked salmon, finnan haddie, salt cod and even one product that none of Mr. DeMasco’s restaurant clients will touch: frozen fish.

From New York Times

I don’t recall any explanatory text as to what finnan haddie was, but it sure sounded exotic.

From New York Times

It attains to a weight of 15 ℔ and is one of the most valuable food fishes of Europe, both fresh and smoked, the “finnan haddie” of Scotland being famous.

From Project Gutenberg

Why, I always loved the perfume of finnan haddie.

From Project Gutenberg

I’ve got to know what’s on the other side before I touch one mouthful of that finnan haddie you promised me for breakfast.”

From Project Gutenberg