Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
minnow
Noun
/ˈmɪnoʊ/
Definition
A small freshwater fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae.
Examples
- A minnow darted through the clear water of the stream.
- They used minnows as bait for the larger fish.
- In the corporate world, small startups are often seen as minnows compared to established giants.
Meaning
Typically refers to tiny fish used as bait or found in streams and ponds, and can also signify someone or something insignificant or unimportant.
Synonyms
- small fish
- baitfish
- minor player
