What does CISCO mean?

Definition of "cisco"

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: Cisco is a type of fish that belongs to the salmon family. It is also known as lake herring, and it is found in cold water lakes in North America. Cisco has a delicate flavor and is often used in recipes for smoked fish or fish dip.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈsɪskoʊ/; UK: /ˈsɪskəʊ/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "cisco" is believed to have originated from the Ojibwe language, where it was called "zhigaagawanzh". Cisco fish were an important food source for Native American tribes in North America. Today, cisco is still popular among fisherman and is often served in restaurants in the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada.

5. Synonyms: Lake herring, chub, tullibee

6. Related Words: Salmon, trout, smelt, perch, cod

7. Example Sentences:

• She ordered the smoked cisco dip as an appetizer.
• The fisherman caught a large cisco in Lake Michigan.
• Cisco is a popular ingredient in traditional Native American recipes.