tomcod

/ˈtɒmkoʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A marine fish of the genus Microgadus, especially M. tomcod, found in the North Atlantic and known for its ability to survive in cold water.

“The tomcod swam quickly through the icy waters of the Arctic.”

Synonyms

  • codfish
  • fish

Antonyms

  • land animal