Dory
(noun)
- A small, narrow, flat-bottomed boat used for fishing.
- A type of fish, also known as John Dory or St. Pierre, found in the Atlantic Ocean.
Origin:
From the word "doree" meaning "gilded" or "golden", referring to the golden color of the fish.
Examples:
- The fisherman rowed his dory out to sea.
- The John Dory is a popular fish for eating.
- The dory was a small, but sturdy boat that was ideal for fishing in the rough seas.
- The dory boats were used for catching fish in the shallow waters.
- The dory fish is known for its distinctive black spot on its side.