Definition

A type of freshwater fish found in North America, known for its large eyes and is popular for fishing and eating.

Example

The fisherman caught a walleye that weighed over ten pounds.

Conversation

Have you ever gone fishing for walleye?

Yeah, I went last summer and caught a few!

I've heard they're really good to eat.

They are! Walleye tastes amazing when you grill it.

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Root Explanation

The word 'walleye' originates from the combination of 'wall' (from the Middle English 'walle', meaning a bank or a barrier) and 'eye' (from Old English 'ēage', meaning eye). The term refers to the fish's distinctive eye markings and its habitat near the banks of lakes and rivers.

Memory Tip

Picture a fish with a distinctive 'eye' ('ēage') that lives near the 'bank' or 'wall' ('walle') of water — that's how you remember that a walleye is a type of fish.

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