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torsk

Pronunciation: /tɔːsk/

Definition of torsk

noun

  • a North Atlantic fish of the cod family, occurring in deep water and of some commercial importance. Also called cusk.
    • Brosme brosme, family Gadidae

Origin:

early 18th century: from Norwegian, from Old Norse thorskr; probably related to thurr 'dry'

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