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weakfish

 

[ ˈwiːkˌfɪʃ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fish species

Weakfish, also known as Cynoscion regalis, is a species of fish that belongs to the drum family. It is primarily found along the Atlantic coast of North America, particularly in estuarine habitats. Weakfish are known for their elongated bodies, large mouths, and distinctive coloration, which includes a silvery hue with purple or blue spots.

Synonyms

Cynoscion regalis, sciuromorph, sea trout

Examples of usage

  • I caught a weakfish during my fishing trip.
  • Weakfish are popular among anglers for their fighting style.
  • The weakfish population has seen fluctuations over the years.

Translations

Translations of the word "weakfish" in other languages:

🇵🇹 peixe fraco

🇮🇳 कमज़ोर मछली

🇩🇪 Schwächefisch

🇮🇩 ikan lemah

🇺🇦 слабка риба

🇵🇱 słaba ryba

🇯🇵 ウィークフィッシュ

🇫🇷 poisson faible

🇪🇸 pescado débil

🇹🇷 zayıf balık

🇰🇷 약한 물고기

🇸🇦 سمكة ضعيفة

🇨🇿 slabá ryba

🇸🇰 slabá ryba

🇨🇳 弱鱼

🇸🇮 šibka riba

🇮🇸 veikur fiskur

🇰🇿 әлсіз балық

🇬🇪 სუსტი თევზი

🇦🇿 zəif balıq

🇲🇽 pez débil

Etymology

The term 'weakfish' originates from the early 19th century, primarily used by fishermen to describe this particular species of fish, which is known for its fragile mouth. The name is derived from the fish's tendency to break free from fishing lines due to its soft and weak jaws, making it challenging to catch. The weakfish is part of the Cynoscion genus, which includes other species commonly referred to by names associating them with trout, despite not being true trout. Historically, weakfish were an important target for commercial fisheries, and their economic value has contributed to the development of fishing techniques aimed at improving catch rates. Over the years, the term 'weakfish' has also been associated with specific regional vernacular, particularly in areas where they are commonly found and sought after by sport fishermen.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,521, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.