whitefish

A noun referring to any of several types of edible fish, typically with white flesh, including market fish (excluding herring), cold-water lake fish similar to salmon or trout, and silvery herring-like freshwater fish from northern hemisphere cold lakes.

• 🇵🇹Substantivo que designa vários peixes comestíveis de carne branca, incluindo peixes de água fria semelhantes ao salmão ou à truta, bem como peixes prateados de água doce da família dos coregoníneos, típicos de lagos frios do hemisfério norte.

1. General market fish B2 formal

   Any edible saltwater fish or shellfish sold in markets, excluding herring.

   • The market sells various whitefish, including cod and haddock.
   • Whitefish is a popular choice for fish and chips.
   • Many restaurants offer whitefish as a healthy menu option.

   🇵🇹Peixe branco

2. Cold-water fish flesh B2 formal

   The flesh of salmon-like or trout-like fish found in cold lakes of the northern hemisphere.

   • Whitefish from the Great Lakes is known for its delicate flavor.
   • The recipe calls for baked whitefish with lemon and herbs.
   • Smoked whitefish is a traditional dish in Scandinavian cuisine.

   🇵🇹Carne de peixe branco

3. Freshwater fish species B2 formal

   A silvery, herring-like freshwater food fish found in cold lakes of the northern hemisphere.

   • Whitefish are commonly caught in Lake Superior.
   • The whitefish population has declined due to overfishing.
   • Anglers prize whitefish for their fighting ability and taste.

   🇵🇹Peixe branco de água doce

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