codfish

A noun referring to a major food fish found in Arctic and cold-temperate waters, known for its lean white flesh which is usually baked or poached.

• 🇵🇹Substantivo que designa um peixe marinho de água fria muito importante comercialmente, de carne branca e magra, geralmente assado ou cozido; também se refere a espécies próximas da mesma família.

1. Food fish B1 formal culinary

   The lean white flesh of an important North Atlantic food fish, often prepared by baking or poaching.

   • She baked the codfish with lemon and herbs for dinner.
   • Codfish is a popular ingredient in fish and chips.
   • Poached codfish is a light and healthy meal option.

   🇵🇹Bacalhau

   Sinônimos: cod

2. Marine fish species B1 formal

   A major food fish found in Arctic and cold-temperate waters, known for its mild flavor.

   • Codfish are abundant in the North Atlantic Ocean.
   • Fishermen catch codfish during the winter season.
   • The codfish population has declined due to overfishing.

   🇵🇹Bacalhau

   Sinônimos: cod

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• codfish's possessive singular form