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striped bass

American  
[bas] / bæs /

noun

  1. an important American game fish, Morone saxatilis, having blackish stripes along each side.


Etymology

Origin of striped bass

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20

Example Sentences

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Fishermen are concerned about coming runs of shad and striped bass.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

Depending on the season, fishers like Mr. Stevens can bring in even more treasures, like scallops, squid, blue crabs, striped bass, mackerel and skate.

From New York Times • Apr. 23, 2024

He noted that many factors have harmed the Chinook, such as non-native striped bass that feed on young salmon passing through the delta, and algae blooms that at times starve the water of oxygen.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2024

I think that one of the most successful story in America is about the striped bass on East Coast, right here.

From Salon • Oct. 4, 2023

Henry figures that cat doesn’t know it should be terrified of the ocean and maybe just loves the smell of striped bass.

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt

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