lunker
Americannoun
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something unusually large for its kind.
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Angling. a very large game fish, especially a bass.
Etymology
Origin of lunker
An Americanism dating back to 1865–70; origin obscure
Example Sentences
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Chairwoman Frances Charles gave it a try, quickly getting the hang of long graceful casts that landed the gear practically on the nose of a big lunker, but the fish was not biting.
From Seattle Times
Ernest and Viesia Godek, fishing in Pedder Bay, near Victoria, B.C., landed the lunker of the day when a 750-pound California sea lion suddenly leapt onto their boat, nearly capsizing it.
From Seattle Times
“It wasn’t quite a lunker but it was close.”
From Literature
“I don’t know what a lunker is,” I whispered back, “but I’m proud of you.”
From Literature
Trout gear but no lunker: The Angels return from the road to begin a series with the Detroit Tigers on June 17 at Angel Stadium, and they are pushing for a sellout.
From Los Angeles Times
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