fishmonger
noun
a dealer in fish, especially for eating.
fishmongers
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pluralof fishmonger.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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People routinely tried to sell us different kinds of softshell turtles and other species that were highly restricted, assuming we fishmongers were as indifferent as they were to the Endangered Species Act of 1973.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
The government decided not to back a previous proposal for more businesses including butchers and fishmongers to open on the public holiday.
From Barron's ● May 1, 2026
The market moved to its current site in Poplar, east London, in 1982, where it supplies fish to businesses, fishmongers, fish-and-chip shops, delicatessens and restaurants.
From BBC ● Nov. 27, 2024
And like every other tourist, I linger near the fishmongers so I can see them flinging fish and hollering at each other.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 16, 2024
The fishmongers were out in strength, crying the morning catch.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
