Definition

A type of freshwater fish found in northern Europe, known for its distinctive shape and often found in rivers and lakes.

Example

The fisherman caught a large roach while fishing in the river.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a roach in a river before?

Yeah, I caught one while fishing last summer!

I heard they're pretty common in northern waters.

Definitely! They can be fun to catch if you're patient.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To style or cut hair or fur in a specific way, often leaving it short and bristly.

Example

The groomer decided to roach the horse's mane for a cleaner look.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen how they roach a horse's mane?

Yeah, it looks really neat when they do that.

I was thinking of trying to roach my horse's mane this weekend.

Root Explanation

The word 'roach' originates from Old French 'roche', meaning a type of fish, specifically a small freshwater fish. It is also related to the Latin 'rutilus', meaning reddish, which describes the color of some roach fish.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'roche' for a small fish, which helps you remember that 'roach' refers to a type of fish.

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