Carp: meaning, definitions and examples
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carp
[ kษหrp ]
freshwater fish
A freshwater fish native to Europe and Asia, typically found in lakes and rivers. Carp are known for their ability to grow to large sizes and are often sought after by anglers.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The carp population in the lake has been steadily increasing.
- I caught a massive carp while fishing in the river.
complaint
A complaint or criticism, especially one that is persistent or annoying. To carp is to constantly find fault or criticize in a petty or nagging way.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Stop carping about every little detail and just enjoy the event!
- Her constant carping about the project was getting on everyone's nerves.
Translations
Translations of the word "carp" in other languages:
๐ต๐น carpa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคฐเฅเคช
๐ฉ๐ช Karpfen
๐ฎ๐ฉ ikan mas
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพัะพะฟ
๐ต๐ฑ karp
๐ฏ๐ต ้ฏ (ใใ)
๐ซ๐ท carpe
๐ช๐ธ carpa
๐น๐ท sazan
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ด (ingeo)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดุจูุท
๐จ๐ฟ kapr
๐ธ๐ฐ kapor
๐จ๐ณ ้ฒค้ฑผ (lว yรบ)
๐ธ๐ฎ krap
๐ฎ๐ธ karpi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะทะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แ (k'obri)
๐ฆ๐ฟ karp
๐ฒ๐ฝ carpa
Word origin
The word 'carp' has multiple origins, including Middle English 'carpe' and Old English 'carp'. It is ultimately derived from the Latin word 'carpa'. Carp have been an important food source for centuries, particularly in Asia and Europe. The fish have also been revered for their beauty and symbolism in various cultures, such as in Japanese koi ponds.
See also: car, carat, caravan, carcass, carouse, carpet, carport, carriage.