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weakfish

/ˈwiːk.fɪʃ/

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noun

/ˈwiːk.fɪʃ/C1formalamerican
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее промысловую и спортивную рыбу, обитающую в прибрежных водах Северной Америки, известную своим нежным ртом, из которого легко вырываются крючки, а также постным мясом.

A noun referring to a food and game fish found in North American coastal waters, known for its tender mouth from which hooks easily tear out, as well as its lean flesh.

  1. Edible fish speciesC1formalamerican

    A type of fish found along the Atlantic coast of the United States, known for its lean flesh and popularity as both food and game.

    ruСъедобный вид рыбы

    • The restaurant served grilled weakfish with lemon butter sauce.
    • Anglers often catch weakfish in the coastal waters of New Jersey.
    • Weakfish is prized for its delicate flavor and firm texture.
  2. Game fish characteristicC1formalamerican

    A North American coastal fish with a soft mouth that makes it easy for hooks to tear out, making it a challenging catch.

    ruГорбыль

    • Fishing for weakfish requires patience because their mouths are easily torn.
    • The weakfish's delicate mouth often causes it to escape from the hook.
    • Experienced fishermen know how to handle weakfish to avoid losing them.
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