Fishmonger: meaning, definitions and examples

Also used in American English but less commonly compared to British English, sometimes implies a specialized profession.

• The neighborhood fishmonger is known for his exceptional knowledge of seafood
• She spoke to the fishmonger to find out the best way to prepare the fish

A general term that can be used in any English-speaking region to describe someone who sells fish.

• The fish seller was shouting out the prices of the day's catch
• We got a good deal on salmon from the fish seller in the street market

An inclusive term that applies to sellers of various types of seafood, not just fish. It can be used in both markets and specialized shops.

• We visited the seafood vendor to get some fresh oysters
• The seafood vendor offered a wide variety of shrimp, crabs, and lobsters