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Whiskered Fish

/ˈwɪs.kərd fɪʃ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A type of fish that has prominent sensory barbels resembling whiskers, commonly found in freshwater environments.

    "The whiskered fish navigated through the muddy riverbed with ease."
  2. 2

    Any fish species belonging to the family of catfish, known for their whisker-like appendages.

    "In the aquarium, the whiskered fish attracted attention with its unique appearance."

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The term 'whiskered fish' combines 'whiskered', derived from the Old English 'wisc', meaning 'to move quickly', and 'fish', from the Proto-Germanic '*fiskaz'. The phrase refers to fish species characterized by prominent sensory barbels, which resemble whiskers, aiding in navigation and feeding in murky waters.

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