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Mummichog

Definition:

A mummichog is a small, hardy fish native to the eastern coast of North America.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A small fish belonging to the family Poeciliidae.
2. (Local) A slang term used to refer to a person who is extremely focused or obsessed with a particular task or hobby.

Usage:

Sense 1:

The mummichog is commonly found in coastal areas and is known for its ability to tolerate varying levels of salinity.

Sample sentence: The mummichog population has greatly increased after the estuary restoration project.

Sense 2 (Local):

Some people might consider him a mummichog when it comes to collecting vintage comic books.

Sample sentence: John is such a mummichog when it comes to solving puzzles; he can spend hours without getting bored.

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