piked dogfish: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “piked dogfish” mean?
A small species of shark, Squalus acanthias, characterized by its slender body, spines in front of its dorsal fins, and greyish-brown color.
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Meaning and Definition
A small species of shark, Squalus acanthias, characterized by its slender body, spines in front of its dorsal fins, and greyish-brown color.
Often used to refer to the spiny dogfish species, commonly caught commercially and known for its importance in fisheries and marine ecology.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The term is used identically, but in general conversation, British speakers might be more familiar with 'dogfish' as a food or 'rock salmon'.
Connotations
Neutral scientific term in both. In commercial contexts, it's a marketable fish.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both dialects; found in marine biology and fishing industries.
Grammar
How to Use “piked dogfish” in a Sentence
The piked dogfish is a [adjective] species.Fishermen caught several piked dogfish.Research focuses on the migration of the piked dogfish.Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “piked dogfish” in a Sentence
verb
British English
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American English
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adverb
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adjective
British English
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American English
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in the context of seafood markets and fishing quotas.
Academic
Used in marine biology papers and ecological studies.
Everyday
Rarely used; might be encountered in coastal communities or fish markets.
Technical
Standard term in ichthyology, fisheries science, and conservation biology.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “piked dogfish”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “piked dogfish”
- Misspelling as 'picked dogfish'.
- Confusing it with other small shark species like the smooth hound.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is commercially fished and often sold as 'rock salmon' or 'flake' in fish and chip shops, particularly in the UK.
The name likely originates from their habit of hunting in packs, similar to dogs, or from their ferocious feeding behaviour.
No, they are small and pose no threat to humans, though their dorsal spines can cause painful injuries if handled carelessly.
They are found in temperate seas worldwide, including the North Atlantic and North Pacific oceans, usually in shallow coastal waters.
A small species of shark, Squalus acanthias, characterized by its slender body, spines in front of its dorsal fins, and greyish-brown color.
Piked dogfish is usually technical/scientific in register.
Piked dogfish: in British English it is pronounced /ˌpaɪkt ˈdɒɡfɪʃ/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌpaɪkt ˈdɔːɡfɪʃ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a PIKE (a pointed weapon) + DOG (common name for small sharks) + FISH. A pointed-nose shark.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Highly specific technical term).
Practice
Quiz
What is another common name for the piked dogfish?