stickling

Meanings

• A small, sticky fish commonly found in shallow freshwater.

  - "The stickling is a popular fish for bait in freshwater."
  - "During the summer months, people often go fishing for sticklings in shallow freshwater."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with stickling
stick-lick-ling

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Homophones

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1. sticking () :
   

2. stickling () :
   

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Variants

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stickle , stickled , stickles , stickling

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Forms

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The stickling fish comes in various forms, including different sizes and colors, depending on the specific species of the fish.

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Etymology

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The name 'stickling' comes from the Old English word 'stickla', which means 'sticking, adhering'. This is likely due to the sticky, mucus-like substance that covers the body of the stickling fish.

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Related Concepts

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1. Freshwater fish: The stickling fish is a type of freshwater fish, which means that it is adapted to living in freshwater environments.

2. Baitfish: The stickling fish is sometimes used as a baitfish, which means that it is used as a lure to attract other fish to a fishing hook.

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Culture

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In many cultures, the stickling fish is considered a delicacy and is often used as a food source for other animals or for human consumption. The stickling fish is also sometimes used as a decorative element in various forms of art and design.

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