Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scup

noun
/skʌp/
Definition
A type of fish commonly found along the Atlantic coast of North America.
Examples
  • We caught a scup while fishing off the coast.
  • Scup is a popular choice for summer fish fry.
  • The chef prepared a delicious dish featuring scup fillets.
Meaning
Scup refers to a marine fish known for its flat body and is often sought after by fishermen for its tasty flesh.
Synonyms
  • Porgy
  • Stenotomus chrysops