CultureAugust 25, 2026

monkfish

MUNK-fish

Definition

A type of bottom-dwelling fish with a large head and wide mouth, often used as a culinary seafood product.

Etymology

Derived from the English 'monk' (referring to the fish's large, hood-like head) and 'fish'. It is a common name applied to species in the anglerfish family.

In the news

The article mentions monkfish as an example of a lesser-known species that chefs are successfully finding new markets for as the fishing industry adapts to change.

Mel Allen: Telling the stories of New England

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