Kingfish (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Large edible mackerel of temperate United States coastal Atlantic waters.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

• The kingfish is a popular game fish in the coastal waters of the southeastern United States.
• Kingfish are known for their strong fighting ability when hooked.
• The kingfish is often targeted by recreational anglers due to its size and flavorful meat.
• In some regions, kingfish are considered a delicacy and are served in high-end restaurants.
• Commercial fishermen also catch kingfish for sale in markets and seafood restaurants.

Synonyms

• Pintado
• Scomberomorus Regalis
• Cero

Hypernyms

• Spanish Mackerel

Meaning ²

The lean flesh of any of several fish caught off the Atlantic coast of the United States.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Meaning ³

Small silvery marine food fish found off California.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

• Chenfish
• White Croaker
• Genyonemus Lineatus

Hypernyms

• Croaker

Meaning ⁴

Any of several food and game fishes of the drum family indigenous to warm Atlantic waters of the North American coast.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Meaning ⁵

Large game fish of Australia and New Zealand.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

• Seriola Grandis