hake (Meaning)
hake (n)
the lean flesh of a fish similar to cod
any of several marine food fishes related to cod
hake (n.)
A drying shed, as for unburned tile.
One of several species of marine gadoid fishes, of the genera Phycis, Merlucius, and allies. The common European hake is M. vulgaris; the American silver hake or whiting is M. bilinearis. Two American species (Phycis chuss and P. tenius) are important food fishes, and are also valued for their oil and sounds. Called also squirrel hake, and codling.
hake (v. t.)
To loiter; to sneak.
Synonyms & Antonyms of hake
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hake Sentence Examples
- The fishermen hauled in a hefty hake from the depths of the ocean.
- The chef pan-fried the hake with a crispy golden crust and served it with lemon wedges.
- The boat swayed gently as we cast our lines, hoping to catch a hake or two.
- The hake's flaky white flesh and mild flavor make it a versatile cooking ingredient.
- The fishing industry has suffered a decline in hake stocks due to overfishing.
- Scientists are studying the migratory patterns of hake to better manage their populations.
- Hake is a sustainable fish option, as it reproduces quickly and has a robust ecosystem role.
- We caught a whole box of hake on our last fishing trip, which kept us stocked for weeks.
- The hake soup warmed us up on a cold winter night, providing both comfort and nourishment.
- The hake's distinctive appearance, with its large eyes and pointed nose, makes it easy to identify.
FAQs About the word hake
the lean flesh of a fish similar to cod, any of several marine food fishes related to codA drying shed, as for unburned tile., One of several species of marine
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The fishermen hauled in a hefty hake from the depths of the ocean.
The chef pan-fried the hake with a crispy golden crust and served it with lemon wedges.
The boat swayed gently as we cast our lines, hoping to catch a hake or two.
The hake's flaky white flesh and mild flavor make it a versatile cooking ingredient.
