fishmonger

noun

fish·​mong·​er ˈfish-ˌmäŋ-gər How to pronounce fishmonger (audio)
-ˌməŋ-
chiefly British
: a fish dealer

Examples of fishmonger in a Sentence

You can get fresh cod at the fishmonger's.
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Feel free to pick your fishmonger’s brain about how the fish was raised, caught, and stored prior to purchase, too! Christina Manian, Health, 28 July 2025 What was once a simple fishmonger’s shop within a cluster of fisherman’s huts has evolved into a popular canteen but hasn’t lost its rustic charm. New York Times, 24 July 2025 Other lines of speciality include fishmonger, meat butcher, bakery decorator, cheese professional, and produce professional. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 17 July 2025 Even fishmongers have their own seat of power, selecting which high-end chefs get the prime catch. Dionne Searcey, New York Times, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for fishmonger

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fishmonger was in the 15th century

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“Fishmonger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fishmonger. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

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