Cusk
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kʌsk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cusk is a noun meaning A codlike saltwater fish in the family Lotidae, Brosme brosme.
Meaning
A codlike saltwater fish in the family Lotidae, Brosme brosme.
Example Sentences
He suggested cusk, because he knew they would have it. She had never heard of cusk. “Doesn't it sound exotic!” she said. “Exotic indeed!” he laughed, and almost told her what a humdrum fish it really was, but stopped himself.
Word Forms
- cusks
Synonyms for cusk
Depending on context, synonyms include torsk, tusk, moonfish, brismak, eelpout, ling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ling, eelpout, burbot, torsk, tusk, moonfish.
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