カサゴ
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Meanings
1
scorpionfish (general)
usually written using kana alone
Broad term for scorpionfish, often used in fishing and culinary contexts. In everyday use, カサゴ typically refers to the marbled rockfish (sense 2).
Scorpionfish are a staple of rock fishing.
2
marbled rockfish; Sebastiscus marmoratus
usually written using kana alone
The specific species most commonly called カサゴ in Japan. A small, bottom-dwelling rockfish with venomous spines, popular in angling and cuisine.
I put the marbled rockfish I caught into miso soup.