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tench

/tɛntʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does tench mean?

noun

A freshwater fish with a broad, flat head and a long, slender body, native to Europe and Asia. It is often kept in aquariums and is considered a good food fish.

Example

"The angler carefully placed the tench into the water, watching as it swam away."

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