1. a large marine fish of the cod family found in North Atlantic waters

Examples

• The fisherman caught a large cusk off the coast of Maine.
• Cusk is often used in fish and chips restaurants.
• The cusk has a long dorsal fin and barbel on its chin.
• Commercial fishing boats target cusk in deep waters.
• The cusk’s white flesh makes it popular for cooking.
• Marine biologists study cusk populations in the Atlantic.