cisco
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cisco, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Any of several freshwater fish species found in cold North American lakes, related to whitefish.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From French ciscoette, borrowed from the Ojibwe word siscowet.
Full origin of cisco →Frequently asked questions
What does “cisco” mean?
The word “cisco” means any of several freshwater fish species found in cold North American lakes, related to whitefish. In plain terms, a cold-water lake fish native to North America.
How do you pronounce “cisco”?
“Cisco” is pronounced SIHS-koh (/ˈsɪskəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cisco” in a sentence?
Here is “cisco” used in a sentence: “Anglers on the lake were hoping to catch cisco for smoking.”
What part of speech is “cisco”?
“Cisco” is a noun.
Where does the word “cisco” come from?
The word “cisco” comes from French. From French ciscoette, borrowed from the Ojibwe word siscowet.
Is “cisco” a common word?
“Cisco” is an uncommon word in modern English.