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| cavil |
to make petty criticisms or objections; carp (usu. fol. by "at" or "about"). [1/3 definitions] |
| cyprinoid |
any of various bony freshwater fishes, such as the carp, sucker, and minnow. |
| grass carp |
a large East Asian carp that feeds on weeds and was brought to the United States to help clear plant-clogged rivers and lakes. |
| minnow |
any of several varieties of small, freshwater fish that are related to the carp. [1/2 definitions] |
| niggle |
to indulge in petty criticism; carp. [1/2 definitions] |
| roach2 |
a freshwater fish related to carp, found in northern Europe. [1/2 definitions] |
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