bream
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/brim/
flat-bodied fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bream' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'bresme,' where 'bresme' referred to a type of fish.
Historical Evolution
'bresme' transformed into the Middle English word 'breme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bream'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of fish,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of freshwater or marine fish belonging to the family Sparidae, known for its flat body and often found in European waters.
The fisherman caught a large bream in the lake.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/07 21:06