silverfish
1 synonym for silverfish, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A silverfish is a small, wingless insect with silvery scales, of the species Lepisma saccharinum, belonging to the bristletail group.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fishmoth
How to use silverfish
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a silverfish infestation
damp and silverfish
silverfish in the bathroom
It is a plain, everyday term used in ordinary household contexts.
Etymology
The word is formed from silver and fish, describing the insect's silvery, fish-like appearance.
Full origin of silverfish →Frequently asked questions
What is a silverfish?
It is a small, wingless, silvery insect from the bristletail group, often found in damp household corners.
Are silverfish harmful?
The grounding text does not state whether they are harmful, so nothing specific can be said beyond their appearance and habitat.
Why is it called a silverfish?
It gets its name from its silvery scales and fish-like shape, combining the words silver and fish.
