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🐟 A burbot fish 🫗 A water vessel
lota

lota

9.9
A freshwater fish like a cod found in cold northern rivers and lakes
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The small lota is often found in cold, deep rivers and lakes.

Examples

  • Fishermen in northern Canada prize the lota for its delicate flavor.

  • Many fishermen in northern Europe target the lota during winter.

  • Despite its ugly appearance, the lota provides valuable nutrition in rural areas.

  • The lota is often found in cold freshwater lakes.

  • In northern Europe, the lota is often sought after for its delicious taste and firm texture.

  • Many chefs enjoy preparing the lota because it absorbs flavors well, making it a versatile dish.

  • The lota thrives in cold freshwater environments, particularly in deep rivers and lakes.

Synonyms

lotte
vslota
  • US
1 9.9

A long freshwater fish with a big mouth and a wormlike filament to attract prey

refers to the same species but mentions the lure filament feature
Lota lota
vslota
  • Specialized
9.9

A freshwater cod with a small whisker under its mouth that lives in cold northern lakes and rivers

is the common name used in everyday contexts rather than the scientific label
burbot
vslota
  • UK
9.9

A long freshwater fish like a cod with whisker-like feelers around its mouth

denotes the same fish but uses the common regional name instead

Compounds

Lota lota
  • Specialized
9.9

A freshwater cod with a small whisker under its mouth that lives in cold northern lakes and rivers

genus Lota
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of freshwater fish that includes the burbot

Surface Forms

lota singular
lotas plural

Etymology

Lota comes from the scientific Latin name Lota lota, a name given long ago to the burbot, a cold-water, cod-like freshwater fish; that's why lota refers to that particular fish today.