muskie

noun

mus·​kie ˈmə-skē 

variants or musky

plural muskies

: muskellunge

Examples of muskie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Strong easterly winds kept her off the water for much of the trip, while warmer-than-usual lake temperatures appeared to have delayed the muskies' typical fall movements. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

These days, muskies, myriad saltwater species, bass, and even carp are pursued with fly rods. — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026

In Bde Maka Ska, those fish include bluegill, crappies, muskies, northern pike, largemouth bass and walleye, which also support a strong urban fishing community. — Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026

Being caught and released multiple times could lead to injury or death for the muskie. — Mike McFeely, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for muskie

• dusky
• husky
• musky

Kids Definition

muskie

noun

mus·​kie

variants or musky

ˈməs-kē 

plural muskies

: muskellunge