Carp: meaning, definitions and examples

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carp

 

[ kษ‘หrp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

cyprinid, fish

Examples of usage

  • The carp population in the lake has been steadily increasing.
  • I caught a massive carp while fishing in the river.
Context #2 | Noun

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

complain, criticize

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น carpa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฐเฅเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Karpfen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ikan mas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพั€ะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ karp

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฏ‰ (ใ“ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท carpe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ carpa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sazan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž‰์–ด (ingeo)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุจูˆุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kapr

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kapor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฒค้ฑผ (lว yรบ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krap

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ karpi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะทะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜ (k'obri)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ karp

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,767, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.