roach
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1 : a silver-green European freshwater cyprinid fish (Rutilus rutilus) also : any of various related fishes (such as some shiners)
2 : any of several American freshwater sunfishes (family Centrarchidae)
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noun (2)Definition of roach (Entry 2 of 4)
1 : a curved cut in the edge of a sail to prevent chafing or to secure a better fit
2 : a roll of hair brushed straight back from the forehead or side of the head
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verbDefinition of roach (Entry 3 of 4)
1 : to cut so that the remainder stands upright roach a horse's mane
2 : to cause to arch specifically : to brush (the hair) in a roach —often used with up
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noun (3)Definition of roach (Entry 4 of 4)
1 : cockroach
2 : the butt of a marijuana cigarette
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