English dictionary
hake
/h/eI/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the lean flesh of a fish similar to cod
Source: WordNet 3.0
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any of several marine food fishes related to cod
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A drying shed, as for unburned tile.
Source: webster1913
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One of several species of marine gadoid fishes, of the genera <i>Phycis</i>, <i>Merlucius</i>, and allies. The common European hake is <i>M. vulgaris</i>; the American silver hake or whiting is <i>M. bilinearis</i>. Two American species (<i>Phycis chuss</i> and <i>P. tenius</i>) are important food fishes, and are also valued for their oil and sounds. Called also <i>squirrel hake</i>, and <i>codling</i>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To loiter; to sneak.
Source: webster1913