noun
- plural of weakfish; marine fish of the drum family found along the Atlantic coast, having tender mouths that tear easily when hooked
Usage: fishing; marine biology
Examples
- The charter boat captain said weakfishes were running strong near the inlet.
- Commercial fishermen often target weakfishes during their spring migration.
- Several weakfishes were caught and released during the tournament.
- The marine biologist studied the feeding patterns of weakfishes in coastal waters.
- Local restaurants featured fresh weakfishes on their seasonal menu.
- Anglers prefer light tackle when fishing for weakfishes due to their delicate mouths.