sergeant-fish

A sergeant-fish swims near a colorful coral reef.

Definition

Noun - A type of fish: "sergeant-fish" refers to a large, predatory marine fish of the family Rachycentridae, specifically Rachycentron canadum, also known as the cobia. It is characterized by a long, slender body and a dark lateral stripe.

Usage Examples

• (This refers to the cobia, a popular game fish.)
• (This describes the habitat of the fish.)

Advanced Usage

• "sergeant-fish as a food source": This fish is valued for its firm, white flesh and is commonly used in culinary dishes.
  • The restaurant served grilled sergeant-fish with lemon and herbs. (The fish was prepared as a meal.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sergeant major (n): a different type of fish, specifically a small, brightly colored damselfish (), not to be confused with sergeant-fish.
  • The sergeant major is a common reef fish in tropical waters. (This is a distinct species.)

Synonyms

• Cobia: the common name for , often used interchangeably with "sergeant-fish."
• Black kingfish: another common name for the same species.

Related Idioms

• "to fish like a sergeant": a rare, informal phrase meaning to fish with great determination or skill.
  • He fished like a sergeant, pulling in one sergeant-fish after another. (He fished very effectively.)