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Definition of roanoke bass
roanoke bass
Plural:Roanoke bass
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American A species of freshwater sunfish (Ambloplites cavifrons) native to the Neuse, Tar, and Roanoke river basins in Virginia and North Carolina, known for its robust body and significance as a regional sport fish.
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"Conservation efforts are underway in North Carolina to protect the natural riverine habitat of the Roanoke bass."
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The word 'Roanoke' must always be capitalized in standard usage, as it refers to the proper geographical name of the river basin where the species is native.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Roanoke bass. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 20, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/roanoke%20bass