fish

US /fɪʃ/
UK /fɪʃ/
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a limbless cold-blooded vertebrate animal with gills and fins living wholly in water

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We caught a big fish in the lake.
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Many different types of fish live in the ocean.
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the flesh of fish used as food

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We had grilled fish for dinner.
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This restaurant serves fresh local fish.
1.

catch or try to catch fish

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He likes to fish in the river on weekends.
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They went out early to fish for salmon.
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2.

try to obtain something by indirect or subtle means

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She was fishing for compliments about her new dress.
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He was fishing for information about the company's plans.
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