Mudcat (Noun)
Meaning 1
Large catfish of central United States having a flattened head and projecting jaw.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Synonyms
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Meaning 2
Flesh of scaleless food fish of the southern United States; often farmed.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The local eatery served up a plate of fried mudcat that was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Mudcat is a good source of protein and is often used in traditional Southern recipes.
- The fish market had a display of live mudcat swimming in a tank, which were destined for the dinner table.
- Mudcat fillets are a popular ingredient in many seafood dishes and are prized for their mild flavor and flaky texture.
- After trying it deep-fried at a roadside restaurant, the traveler became a big fan of mudcat.