noun
Japanese grenadier anchovy; Coilia nasus
A species of anchovy found in East Asian waters, known as a seasonal delicacy in Japan.
エツは春が旬の魚です。
Etsu is a fish in season during spring.
この地方ではエツの刺身が名物だ。
In this region, etsu sashimi is a local specialty.
The origin of the Japanese name えつ is uncertain; it may be a local name for this fish.