Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fishwife

Noun

/ˈfɪʃˌwaɪf/

Definition

A fishwife is a woman who sells fish, often in a market setting.

Examples

In the bustling market, the fishwife called out to passersby to draw them to her fresh catch.
Known for her loud voice, the fishwife could be heard well before she reached the market.

Meaning

The term is traditionally used to describe a woman who sells fish in a fish market, but it can also refer to a loud, aggressive, and often coarse woman.