catfish-like
|cat-fish-like|
B2
/ˈkætˌfɪʃ laɪk/
resembling a catfish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'catfish-like' originates from the English word 'catfish,' which refers to a type of fish known for its whisker-like barbels.
Historical Evolution
The term 'catfish' has been used in English since the 17th century to describe this type of fish, and 'like' is a common suffix used to form adjectives indicating resemblance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'catfish' referred specifically to the fish species, but 'catfish-like' evolved to describe anything resembling a catfish.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of a catfish.
The creature had a catfish-like appearance with whiskers and a flat head.
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Last updated: 2025/03/02 18:18