Meaning of the word catfish in English
What does catfish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
catfish
US /ˈkæt.fɪʃ/
UK /ˈkæt.fɪʃ/
Noun
1.
a scaleless fish with whisker-like barbels around the mouth, found in fresh and salt water.
Example:
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We caught a large catfish in the river.
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Catfish are known for their distinctive barbels.
2.
a person who sets up a fake personal profile on a social networking site for fraudulent or deceptive purposes.
Example:
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She realized she had been talking to a catfish after he refused to video call.
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Beware of catfish on dating apps.
Verb
to deceive (someone) by creating a fake personal profile on a social networking site.
Example:
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He tried to catfish her by using fake photos.
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Many people have been catfished on dating sites.