DCHP-2
brochet [< Cdn F < F "pike"] DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
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n.
a large species of pike, Esox lucius, found in northern waters.
See also: northern pike
- 1703 (1905) brochet [that is "pike"]. . . .
- 1804 (1933) . . . my Indians made several Applications for Liquor which I refused owing to the Brochet (Pike) & Rognion (Kidney) 2 of Cheniers Chiefs that are here & I am determined they shall not taste my Liquor without payment.
- 1952 The Great Northern Pike (Brochet) can reach forty pounds in weight.
- 1703 (1905) brochet [that is "pike"]. . . .