noun
- Plural of lingcod; large marine fish found in the North Pacific, valued as food and sport fish.
Usage: Lingcod is the singular form; lingcods is the plural.; Also called ling or cultus cod, though not a true cod.; Common in commercial and recreational fishing.
Examples
- The fishermen caught several lingcods off the coast of Alaska.
- Lingcods are known for their aggressive feeding behavior.
- These lingcods weighed over 30 pounds each.
- The restaurant specializes in fresh lingcods prepared with local herbs.
- Recreational anglers often target lingcods in deep waters.
- Lingcods have greenish flesh that turns white when cooked.