whiting
1 synonym for whiting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small silvery sea fish related to cod, popular as a mild-flavoured food fish.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Built from white plus the suffix -ing, referring to the fish's pale flesh and the chalk's white colour.
Full origin of whiting →Frequently asked questions
What does “whiting” mean?
The word “whiting” means a small silvery sea fish related to cod, popular as a mild-flavoured food fish. In plain terms, either a mild white-fleshed sea fish, or a fine white chalk powder used in trades like glazing and painting.
How do you pronounce “whiting”?
“Whiting” is pronounced WEYE-tihng (/ˈwaɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “whiting” in a sentence?
Here is “whiting” used in a sentence: “The fishmonger had fresh whiting on ice this morning.”
What part of speech is “whiting”?
“Whiting” is a noun.
How many meanings does “whiting” have?
“Whiting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small silvery sea fish related to cod, popular as a mild-flavoured food fish.
