largemouthed bass
Definition
Noun A species of freshwater fish, scientifically known as Micropterus salmoides, characterized by its large mouth where the upper jaw extends past the rear margin of the eye. It is a popular game fish.
Usage
The term "largemouthed bass" is used to specifically identify this species of black bass, often in contexts related to fishing, biology, or ecology. * The angler was thrilled to catch a largemouthed bass. * Largemouthed bass are predators that feed on smaller fish and crayfish. * The lake is stocked with largemouthed bass.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in contrast to its relative, the smallmouth bass (), which has a smaller mouth where the jaw does not extend past the eye.
- In formal or scientific contexts, the full common name "largemouth bass" is more frequently used than the compounded "largemouthed bass."
Variants and Related Words
- Largemouth bass: The more common and standard form of the common name for this fish.
- Bigmouth bass: A less common synonym.
- Black bass: A general term for the genus , which includes both largemouth and smallmouth bass.
Synonyms
- Largemouth bass
- Bigmouth bass
Related Phrases
- To catch a largemouth/largemouthed bass: A common phrase in recreational fishing.
- Largemouth bass fishing: Refers to the popular sport of angling for this species.
Noun
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a large black bass; the angle of the jaw falls behind the eye
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