Dace: meaning, definitions and examples

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dace

 

[ deษชs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fish species

The dace is a small, freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. It is typically found in rivers and lakes, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its slender body and silvery color, the dace is often recognized by its forked tail and small barbels near its mouth.

Synonyms

cyprinid, fish

Examples of usage

  • I caught a dace while fishing in the river.
  • The dace can often be seen swimming in schools.
  • Dace are common in freshwater habitats.
  • In the summer, dace are more active and surface more frequently.

Translations

Translations of the word "dace" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dace

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅ‡เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dace

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dace

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ dace

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dace

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‡ใ‚คใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dace

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dace

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dace

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ค์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุงุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dace

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dace

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ณŠ้ฑผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dace

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dace

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dace

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒก

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dace

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dace

Etymology

The word 'dace' comes from Old English 'dฤce,' which is related to the Latin word 'daceus.' Over time, this term has been used to describe various small freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae. Historically, the dace has been referenced in various works of literature and folklore, often symbolizing the abundance of freshwater ecosystems. The term has evolved through regional dialects, maintaining its association with small fish found in streams and rivers. In angling, the dace is often sought after for sport, contributing to its cultural significance in many communities that rely on fishing.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,556 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.