fish story

noun

: an extravagant or incredible story

Examples of fish story in a Sentence

He told a ridiculous fish story about a swarm of giant mosquitoes.
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Then there are the fish stories told by Mr. Mulliner at his local pub the Angler’s Rest, involving his inexhaustible circle of relatives. Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2025 No matter the challenges still associated with the region, my family is drawn to its trees, trails, creeks, fish stories, tales of gold, and more. Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024 Share your fish stories, adventures and questions with him at tightlinesboise@gmail.com, or visit www.tightlines208.com for the latest local fishing reports and upcoming class offerings. Jordan Rodriguez, Idaho Statesman, 11 Feb. 2024 What crazy fish stories await you on the ice this winter? Jordan Rodriguez, Idaho Statesman, 26 Jan. 2024 See All Example Sentences for fish story

Word History

Etymology

from the traditional exaggeration by fishermen of the size of fish almost caught

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fish story was in 1819

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“Fish story.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fish%20story. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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