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cod

[kɒd]

cod Definition

  • 1a large marine fish with a small barbel on the chin, found in the North Atlantic and the North Sea.
  • 2the flesh of the cod as food, typically salted or smoked.

Using cod: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cod" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cod is an important commercial fish species.

  • Example

    Cod is often used to make fish and chips.

  • Example

    The cod population has been declining due to overfishing.

cod Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cod

Phrases with cod

  • a pale yellow oil extracted from the liver of the cod, rich in vitamins A and D.

    Example

    My grandmother used to give me cod liver oil as a supplement.

  • cod and chips

    a popular British dish consisting of battered and deep-fried cod served with French fries.

    Example

    I'm craving some cod and chips for lunch today.

  • the eggs of the female cod, often used as a delicacy in Scandinavian cuisine.

    Example

    I tried cod roe for the first time when I visited Norway.

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Summary: cod in Brief

The term 'cod' [kɒd] refers to a large marine fish found in the North Atlantic and the North Sea. It is also used to describe the flesh of the fish as food, which is often salted or smoked. The cod is an important commercial fish species, but its population has been declining due to overfishing. Phrases like 'cod liver oil' and 'cod and chips' are commonly used in British cuisine.

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