English Explanatory Dictionary

choke-children

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fish, the allis shad (Alosa alosa) or rock herring.
  2. A fish, the common bream (Abramis brama).

Word forms

choke-children chuck-children

Etymology

From choke + children. The fish is noted for its boniness, which could prove a choking-hazard to children. May be related to folklore surrounding the Cornish saint St. Leven.

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