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game fish

American

noun

an edible fish capable of affording sport to the angler in its capture.

game fish British

noun

any fish providing sport for the angler

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Etymology

Origin of game fish

First recorded in 1860–65

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game fish

Once they reel in a big game fish, one of the resort’s chefs will slice it minutes later.

From Salon ● Mar. 14, 2026

Riverkeeper, originally the Hudson River Fishermen’s Association, found its early successes fighting for striped bass, the most popular large game fish in waters around the Hudson River.

From Slate ● Feb. 4, 2024

The sky was blue and the waters flat and calm, perfect conditions for them to explore the shallows of the bay and look for walleyes, large-eyed game fish common in Lake Michigan.

From New York Times ● Dec. 18, 2023

Abundant salmon and other game fish might once again swim in the Upper Columbia River Basin.

From Seattle Times ● Sep. 26, 2023

The captain climbs to the top so he can spot game fish crashing bait from far away.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen

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