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carp

UK
/kɑːp/
US
/kɑrp/

Translations

carpnoun
carps
pl
UK
/kɑːp/
US
/kɑrp/
The pond is full of carp.
Пруд полон карпов.
Synonyms
koi
freshwater fish
cyprinid
fish
carpverb
carped
Past Simple
carped
Past Participle
carping
Gerund
UK
/kɑːp/
US
/kɑrp/
She tends to carp about minor details.
Она склонна придираться к мелочам.
Additional translations
придирать
Synonyms
gripe
nag
whine
grumble
complain
carpadjective
UK
/kɑːp/
US
/kɑrp/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g. "carp fishing", therefore treated as an adjective.

Definitions

carpnoun
A type of freshwater fish that is often found in ponds and rivers, known for its ability to adapt to various environments.
The lake was stocked with carp to help control the growth of aquatic plants.
The flesh of a carp when used as food.
Carp is a traditional dish during the holiday season in some European countries.
carpverb
To complain or find fault continually, typically about trivial matters.
She tends to carp about the smallest inconveniences, making it hard to enjoy the trip.
carpadjective
Relating to, intended for, or characteristic of carp (the fish).
He bought specialized carp bait for the competition.
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