loach
nounUK /ləʊtʃ/
US /loʊtʃ/
A loach is a small fish with whiskers that lives at the bottom of rivers and ponds.
We saw a little loach hiding under a stone in the stream.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Any of various small freshwater fishes of the family Cobitidae, often kept in aquariums.
The pet shop sells loaches that clean the tank.
3. A slang term for a foolish or awkward person.
Don't be such a loach and help us out.
4. A type of fish used as food in some Asian cuisines.
The restaurant serves grilled loach with rice.