Rockfish: meaning, definitions and examples
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rockfish
[ ˈrɒkfɪʃ ]
seafood
A type of fish that typically lives on rocky bottoms of the ocean. It is known for its firm texture and mild flavor.
Synonyms
rock cod, snapper, striped bass
Examples of usage
- They serve delicious rockfish at the seafood restaurant.
- The chef prepared a grilled rockfish with lemon butter sauce.
marine biology
A benthic fish found in the North Pacific Ocean, belonging to the genus Sebastes. It is characterized by spiny fins and a wide range of vibrant colors.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The rockfish is a common sight in the kelp forests of the Pacific Northwest.
- Researchers are studying the behavior of rockfish populations.
Translations
Translations of the word "rockfish" in other languages:
🇵🇹 peixe-pedra
🇮🇳 चट्टान मछली (chattan machhali)
🇩🇪 Steinfisch
🇮🇩 ikan batu
🇺🇦 кам'яна риба
🇵🇱 ryba kamienna
🇯🇵 カサゴ (kasago)
🇫🇷 poisson-pierre
🇪🇸 pez piedra
🇹🇷 kaya balığı
🇰🇷 돌고기 (dolgogi)
🇸🇦 سمك الصخر (samak al-sakhr)
🇨🇿 kamenná ryba
🇸🇰 kamenná ryba
🇨🇳 石鱼 (shí yú)
🇸🇮 kamnita riba
🇮🇸 steinfiskur
🇰🇿 тас балығы (tas baılygy)
🇬🇪 ქვის თევზი (kvis tevzi)
🇦🇿 daş balığı
🇲🇽 pez piedra
Word origin
The term 'rockfish' originated from the combination of 'rock' (referring to their habitat) and 'fish'. These fish have been an important part of coastal cuisine and fishing industries for centuries, with various species valued for their taste and commercial significance. Rockfish are also popular among recreational anglers for their fighting ability and culinary appeal.