bullhead
|bull-head|
B2
/ˈbʊlˌhɛd/
broad-headed fish or stubborn person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bullhead' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bulhede,' where 'bull' referred to the animal and 'head' referred to the fish's broad head.
Historical Evolution
'bulhede' transformed into the modern English word 'bullhead' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the fish's broad head, but over time it also came to describe a stubborn person.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of freshwater fish known for its broad, flat head and whisker-like barbels.
The lake is home to several species of bullhead.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/02 10:36