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Definition of atlantic cod

atlantic cod

Plural:Atlantic cod
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atlantic cod Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A commercially important species of benthopelagic fish native to the North Atlantic Ocean, highly valued as a food source for its mild, flaky white flesh.

Example

"Historically, the immense populations of Atlantic cod off the coast of Newfoundland fueled a thriving maritime economy before overfishing led to widespread collapse."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

While written as 'Atlantic cod', it functions as a common noun; the word 'cod' is conventionally used as both the singular and plural form.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the proper adjective 'Atlantic' (from Greek 'Atlantikos', sea of Atlas) and 'cod', from Middle English 'cod' or 'codde', the origin of which is uncertain but historically referred to a bag or husk.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Atlantic cod. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/atlantic cod
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