muskellunge

• Substantivo que designa um peixe de água doce da América do Norte, uma espécie muito grande de lúcio (Esox masquinongy), apreciado na pesca esportiva por seu tamanho e força de luta.

A noun referring to a very large North American pike, prized as a game fish for its size and fighting ability.

1. A large North American game fishC1formalamerican

   A very large predatory freshwater fish native to North America, known for its elongated body and sharp teeth, highly prized by sport fishermen.

   Muskellunge

   • He spent the whole weekend trying to catch a muskellunge in the lake.
   • The muskellunge can grow to over 60 pounds in weight.
   • Local anglers consider the muskellunge the ultimate trophy fish.

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2. Flesh of the fish used as foodC1formalamericanculinary

   The meat of the muskellunge, which is edible and sometimes prepared as food.

   Carne do muskellunge

   • The restaurant served grilled muskellunge with lemon butter sauce.
   • Muskellunge fillets are often baked or fried.
   • He prefers the taste of muskellunge over other freshwater fish.