Refers to all the offspring born at one time to an animal, such as puppies or kittens.
roe (of one fish); both ovaries of one fish
Specifically the egg mass from a single fish, containing both ovaries. Used in culinary or biological contexts.
Our cat gave birth to a litter of five kittens.
This mentaiko is made from the roe of one walleye pollock.
Standard kanji spelling for both senses.
Kana spelling is common and avoids potential misreading.
Compound of 一 (ひと, 'one') and 腹 (はら, 'belly'), literally 'one belly'. The meaning extended from 'one belly' to 'one litter' and 'roe of one fish'.