Meaning of the word "cold fish" in English

What does "cold fish" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cold fish

US /koʊld fɪʃ/
UK /kəʊld fɪʃ/
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Idiom

a person who is unfriendly, unsympathetic, and shows little emotion

Example:
He's a bit of a cold fish, so don't expect much warmth from him.
Despite her beauty, she was known as a cold fish due to her distant demeanor.