togue
Americannoun
PLURAL
toguesPLURAL
togueEtymology
Origin of togue
First recorded in 1830–40; from Canadian French, from Eastern Algonquian, perhaps shortening of Mi'kmaq atoγwa·su “trout”
Example Sentences
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Togue Brawn, who owns Downeast Dayboat, a scallop purveyor, offers sea scallops that have been harvested in small quantities from different bays in Maine, each with a slightly distinct flavor and texture.
From New York Times
Once Poland was able to get the lake trout, or togue, to the surface, he managed to grab it with his hands and drag it into the boat.
From Fox News
The park on Monday is opening Togue Pond and Matagamon gates for vehicle access on the park’s Tote Road.
From Washington Times
Togue Brawn, owner of Maine scallop dealer Downeast Dayboat, said the meat quality was also a touch off this year.
From Seattle Times
"You know, this judgment makes me very sad and angry because we didn't have evidence to convict those guys of being homosexual," Togue said.
From New York Times
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