Etymology

cockfish

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Today it means: A male fish, especially a salmon or trout. Full definition →

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cockfish · noun1

From cock + fish.

cockfish · verb, noun2

Blend of cock (“penis”) + catfish (“(to create) a fake online profile”).

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