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sheepshead Definition and Meaning in English (sheepshead definition)

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Sheepshead definition: Sheepshead is a type of marine fish (Archosargus probatocephalus) found along the Atlantic coast of North America, known for its distinctive human-like teeth and striped body.

Definitions of Sheepshead

  1. 1noun

    Sheepshead is a type of marine fish (Archosargus probatocephalus) found along the Atlantic coast of North America, known for its distinctive human-like teeth and striped body.

  2. 2noun

    The freshwater sheepshead (Aplodinotus grunniens), also known as drum fish, is a North American fish found in rivers and lakes, characterized by its large otoliths.

  3. 3noun

    Sheepshead is a trick-taking card game played with a 32-card deck, popular in the Midwestern United States, especially Wisconsin.

Example Sentences

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“We caught a large sheepshead while fishing in the bay.”

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“The sheepshead fish is prized for its delicate flavor.”

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nounsheepshead fishing
adjectivesheepshead-like

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Sheepshead definition: Sheepshead is a type of marine fish (Archosargus probatocephalus) found along the Atlantic coast of North America, known for its distinctive human-like teeth and striped body.
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'Sheepshead' translates to 'sheepshead' in English. Sheepshead definition: Sheepshead is a type of marine fish (Archosargus probatocephalus) found along the Atlantic coast of North America, known for its distinctive human-like teeth and striped body.
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