lingcod

/lɪŋkɒd/

Definitions

1. noun

A large greenish-yellow fish (Oncorhynchus kisutch) of Pacific coastal waters, often resembling a cod but with a more elongated body and a large mouth.

“The lingcod is a prized catch for sport fishermen along the West Coast of North America.”

Synonyms

  • Oncorhynchus kisutch
  • greenling

Antonyms

  • cod