n. [ Russ. sterliade. ] (Zool.) A small sturgeon (Acipenser ruthenus) found in the Caspian Sea and its rivers, and highly esteemed for its flavor. The finest caviar is made from its roe. [ 1913 Webster ]
[たら, tara] (n) (1) (abbr) (See 多羅樹) palmyra; (2) (abbr) (See 多羅葉) lusterleaf holly; (3) patra (silver incense dish placed in front of a Buddhist statue)