shad
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/ʃæd/
migratory fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shad' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sceadd,' where 'sceadd' meant 'a type of fish.'
Historical Evolution
'sceadd' transformed into the Middle English word 'shad,' and eventually became the modern English word 'shad.'
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 fish belonging to the herring family, often found in the Atlantic Ocean and known for its migratory patterns.
The river was teeming with shad during the spawning season.
Synonyms
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