crucian

Carassius carassius

Meaning

Noun

  • A small greenish-brown carp, Carassius carassius, farmed in parts of Europe.

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Origin

  • From Low German karusse, karutze, possibly from Medieval Latin coracinus. Also compare German Karausche.

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