plural cod also cods
1
: any of various bottom-dwelling fishes (family Gadidae, the cod family) that usually occur in cold marine waters and often have barbels and three dorsal fins: such as
a
: one (Gadus morhua) of the North Atlantic that is an important food fish
b
: one (Gadus macrocephalus) of the Pacific Ocean
2
: any of various bony fishes resembling the true cods
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Key Takeaways Haddock and cod are excellent choices for a heart-healthy diet.
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Perch and cod options are available, as well as a soup and salad bar, other side dishes and a kids’ menu.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Finally, the recipe calls for a mild whitefish, such as cod, bass or halibut.
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Produce is always sourced locally where possible so expect ingredients such as fennel, shallots, zucchini flowers, goat cheese, beetroots, and walnuts amongst starters, and cod, halibut, lamb, beef and, of course, trout, amongst main courses.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
Key Takeaways Haddock and cod are excellent choices for a heart-healthy diet.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 12 Mar. 2026
Perch and cod options are available, as well as a soup and salad bar, other side dishes and a kids’ menu.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Finally, the recipe calls for a mild whitefish, such as cod, bass or halibut.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
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“Cod.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cod. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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cod
noun
plural cod also cods
: a soft-finned fish of the colder parts of the North Atlantic that is a major food fish
also
: any of several related fishes
Medical Definition
cod
noun
plural cod also cods
: any of various bottom-dwelling fishes (family Gadidae, the cod family) that usually occur in cold marine waters and often have barbels and three dorsal fins: as
a
: one (Gadus morhua) of the North Atlantic that is an important food fish
b
: one (Gadus macrocephalus) of the Pacific Ocean
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