The Meaning of Coalfish

Coalfish is a noun that refers to a type of fish that belongs to the cod family. The scientific name for coalfish is Gadus virens. Coalfish is commonly found in the northern Atlantic Ocean and is called coalfish because of its dark coloration.

English Word Type and Pronunciation

  • Word Type: Noun
  • Pronunciation: ˈkoʊlfɪʃ

Synonyms for Coalfish

  • Pollock
  • Saithe
  • Coley

Easily Confused Words

  • Cod
  • Haddock
  • Halibut

Bilingual Examples

  • The fisherman caught a coalfish that weighed over 10 pounds.
  • 渔民捕获了一条重达10磅的鳕鱼。
  • Coalfish is a popular ingredient in Scandinavian cuisine.
  • 鳕鱼是斯堪的纳维亚美食中常见的食材。