1. a long, slender freshwater fish with a pointed snout and sharp teeth, found in North American waters

Examples

• The garpike lurked near the surface of the murky lake.
• Anglers often target garpike for their fighting ability.
• The garpike’s elongated body helps it move quickly through water.
• We spotted a large garpike swimming near the dock.
• The museum displayed a preserved garpike specimen.
• Garpike are considered living fossils due to their ancient lineage.