Definition of fish - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
seaedible flesh of aquatic animals used as food
- We had grilled fish for dinner last night..
2.
marineaquatic animal with gills and fins
- The fish swam swiftly through the coral reef..
3.
- The con artist found a fish to trick.
4.
gamesRare card game where players ask for cardsRare
- We played fish until late at night.
Verb
1.
catching activitytr./intr. try to catch animals that live in watertr./intr.
- They often fish in the nearby lake on weekends..
2.
searchintr. attempt to find something by searchingintr.
- She fished through her bag for the keys.
3.
information gatheringtr. TECH. extract something from a body of informationtr. TECH.
- He fished for compliments after the presentation..
4.
seeking indirectlyintr. Rare seek to obtain something by artificeintr. Rare
- He is fishing for compliments from his friends.
Images of fish
edible flesh of aquatic animals used as food 
aquatic animal with gills and fins
Expressions with fish
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most notable or influential member of a group, person or thing
In our school, she was the big fish in the debate club.
try to catch fish using fishing equipment
They went to the lake to fish for trout.
engage in the activity of catching fish
Every weekend, we go fish at the lake.
fish small in size
I caught a little fish in the pond.
one who is highly ranked in a small or unimportant group
He is a big fish in a small pond at his local club.
try to find out information indirectly
He fished around for details about the surprise party.
search and extract an item
He fished out his wallet from the bag.
person feeling out of place in a situation
He felt like a fish out of water at the party.
other possible romantic partners or opportunities exist
Don't worry, there are more fish in the sea.
other romantic partners or significant others to pursue
Don't worry about him, there are other fish in the sea.
convince people to accept or buy things they clearly do not need
He can sell water to a fish when promoting these simple gadgets.
problems in a group start with the leaders
Fish rots from the head down when a company fails.
person who shows no warmth or emotion to others
He is such a cold fish at parties.
drink alcohol excessively
He tends to drink like a fish at parties.
seek validation through praise
He was fishing for compliments after showing his artwork.
try to get information indirectly
She was fishing for information about the surprise party.
try to gain votes through various efforts
The candidate is fishing for votes in rural areas.
easy target or task to accomplish
Winning the game was like shooting fish in a barrel.
seek opportunities in a chaotic environment
Some investors fish in troubled waters when the market is unstable.
exaggerated or boastful story
He told a fish story about catching a giant fish.
exaggerated or untrue story
He told a fish tale about catching a giant fish.
have more important things to do
I can't help now, I have bigger fish to fry.
situation or matter that is strikingly different from another previously discussed
After the update, the software became a whole new kettle of fish..
completely silent or unwilling to speak
During the meeting, he remained mute as a fish.
Origin of fish
Old English, fisc (fish)
Terms with fish included in their meaning
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cooking
liquid food made by boiling or simmering meat, fish, or vegetables
fishing
barbed metal piece attached to a line for catching fish
food
edible flesh of the tuna fish
food
not containing meat or fish
diet
person who does not eat meat or fish
biology
appendage on a fish for swimming and balance
food
small fish often canned for food
fishing hunting
food used to attract fish or other animals
marine life
edible fish found in rivers and sea
food
pink oily fish flesh commonly served grilled or smoked
animals
large fish known for migrating to spawn
marine life
large predatory fish with sharp teeth
other animals
thick slice from other animals or fish
marine life
large fish of the genus Thunnus
container
glass tank for keeping live fish
food
fatty pink flesh of fish from the Atlantic
marine
type of fish found in colder waters
cooking
piece of meat or fish without bones
cooking
strip of meat or fish without bones
food
white firm flesh from a large flat ocean fish
food
flesh of a small fatty Atlantic fish
bird
large water bird with a pouch for fish
food
edible flesh from a small Pacific fish commonly canned or smoked
fishing
bring a fish out of water by winding
Examples of fish in a sentence
The restaurant's special was a fish platter with sides. A colorful fish darted between the rocks. The fish in the aquarium were mesmerizing to watch. He was an easy fish for the scammer. They targeted him as a fish in the scheme. She taught her little brother how to play fish.
During the camping trip, the kids enjoyed a game of fish. We plan to fish in the river tomorrow. He loves to fish during his summer vacations. He fished around in his pocket for change. They fished through the documents for the contract. She tried to fish for details about the surprise. They fished for information during the interview. She was fishing for information during the interview. They are fishing for details about the upcoming project.
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- French:poisson, pêcher, ...
- German:Fisch, fischen, ...
- Italian:pesce, pescare, ...
- Spanish:pescado, pescar, ...
- Portuguese:pescado, apanhar peixe, ...
- Chinese:鱼肉, 钓鱼, ...
- Japanese:魚, 釣りをする, ...
- Arabic:سَمَك, اصطاد, ...
- Hebrew:דָּג, לִדְוֹג, ...
- Russian:рыба, рыбачить, ...
- Ukrainian:риба, рибалити, ...
- Hindi:मछली, मछली पकड़ना, ...
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