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Adj — Tasting, smelling, or resembling fish.

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Etymology

From Middle English fishi, equivalent to fish plus -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fishy” mean?

The word “fishy” means tasting, smelling, or resembling fish. In plain terms, smelling or tasting like fish, or, informally, seeming suspicious.

How do you pronounce “fishy”?

“Fishy” is pronounced FIH-shee (/ˈfɪʃi/ in IPA).

How do you use “fishy” in a sentence?

Here is “fishy” used in a sentence: “The sauce had a slightly fishy smell.”

What part of speech is “fishy”?

“Fishy” is an adjective.

Where does the word “fishy” come from?

The word “fishy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English fishi, equivalent to fish plus -y.

Is “fishy” a common word?

“Fishy” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “fishy” have?

“Fishy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tasting, smelling, or resembling fish.

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