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panfish

 

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Noun panfish has 1 sense
  1. panfish - any of numerous small food fishes; especially those caught with hook and line and not available on the market
    --1 is a kind of
    fish

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Panfish

Definition:

Panfish refers to a group of small freshwater fish that are typically caught for recreational purposes rather than commercial fishing. They are often considered excellent eating fish and are highly sought after by anglers.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. Any of various small freshwater fish:

These fish are generally shallow-water species that inhabit lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers. They are characterized by their small size, delicious taste, and ease of catching. Common species of panfish include bluegill, crappie, perch, and sunfish.

Example:

My grandfather took me fishing, and we caught several panfish including bluegill and crappie.

2. Fish targeted specifically for panfishing:

When people refer to panfish, they often mean fish that are specifically targeted by recreational anglers for their delicious flesh and lively fight. The term is used to describe the act of fishing for these fish.

Example:

We spent the entire weekend panfishing at the lake, and we managed to catch a boatload of perch and sunfish.

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