oilfish
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/ˈɔɪlˌfɪʃ/
oily fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oilfish' originates from the combination of 'oil' and 'fish', referring to the fish's oily nature.
Historical Evolution
The term 'oilfish' has remained relatively unchanged in English, directly describing the fish's characteristic.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a fish with oily flesh', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of fish known for its oily flesh, often found in tropical and subtropical waters.
The oilfish is often mistaken for other types of fish due to its appearance.
Synonyms
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