bluegill

noun

blue·​gill ˈblü-ˌgil 

: a common sunfish (Lepomis macrochirus) of the eastern and central U.S. sought for food and sport

Examples of bluegill in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Martin Fly introduced the perfect outfit for South Florida anglers who are looking to get into fly fishing as well as experienced fly-rodders who are seeking an ideal setup for pursuing largemouth and peacock bass, as well as bluegills, Mayan cichlids and snakeheads in local lakes and canals. —Steve Waters, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2025

The lake is a popular fishing lake that has been stocked with bluegill, crappie, white bass, northern pike, yellow perch and walleye. —Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 14 Aug. 2025

This is a beautiful fish, much more colorful and brighter overall than its close cousin, the bluegill, which anglers love. —Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025

Visitors to Lake Chicot can relax in generously sized campsites and have abundant opportunities for fishing (it’s filled with largemouth bass, bluegill, and more). —Casey Barber, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bluegill

• anthill
• backfill
• crossbill
• distil
• distill
• downhill
• dunghill
• foothill
• fulfil
• fulfill
• goodwill
• gristmill

Kids Definition

bluegill

noun

blue·​gill ˈblü-ˌgil 

: a common food and sport sunfish of the eastern and central U.S.