noun
- Plural of loche; small freshwater fish of the family Cobitidae, typically found in streams and rivers.
Usage: Also spelled 'loach' in singular form; Common in aquarium keeping
Examples
- The aquarium contained several loches that helped keep the tank clean.
- Loches are bottom-feeding fish that prefer cool, flowing water.
- Many species of loches are native to Asia and Europe.
- The loches in the stream darted between the rocks searching for food.