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Hake - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Hake is a type of marine fish found in the North Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It is valued for its mild flavor and is commonly used in cooking, similar to cod.

hake

/heɪk/ /heɪk/

Definition:

A marine fish related to cod, often used for food.

Synonyms:

whiting, codfish, pollock

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

(No direct antonyms; context-dependent)

Common Collocations:

smoked hake, hake fillet, grilled hake, fresh hake, hake fishery

Derivatives:

hakes (plural), hake-like (adjective)

Usage Tips:

Use "hake" to refer to the fish; it’s often interchangeable with "cod" in recipes.

Common Phrases:

(No common phrases or idioms)

Etymology:

From Middle English *hake*, possibly from Old English *haca* (hook), referring to its jaw shape.

Examples:

  • 1. The hake was freshly caught this morning.
  • 2. She prefers hake over salmon for its mild flavor.
  • 3. We grilled the hake with lemon and herbs.
  • 4. Hake is a popular choice in European cuisine.

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