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cod-stage Nfld 
n. a waterside shed for gutting, heading, and salting fish to be dried on flakes.
See also: flake stage ((n.))
- 1861 In large establishments the cod-stage is usually a permanent building built over the water, with generally a good depth of water in front, in which is cast the offal fish.
- 1861 In large establishments the cod-stage is usually a permanent building built over the water, with generally a good depth of water in front, in which is cast the offal fish.