greyling

/ˈgreɪlɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A young trout or grayling in its first year of life, especially one that has hatched in the spring.

“The guide recommended catching a large greyling to release it back into the river.”

2. noun

A small trout or grayling, especially one of the species Thymallus thymallus.

“The angler caught a beautiful greyling in the quiet waters of the lake.”

3. verb

To catch or fish for greyling.

“The group went greyling in the mountain streams during their summer vacation.”

Synonyms

  • grayling
  • trout

Antonyms

  • carp
  • large fish