trophyfish
nounUK /ˈtrəʊfi fɪʃ/
US /ˈtroʊfi fɪʃ/
A trophyfish is a big fish that someone catches and keeps to show off.
He caught a trophyfish and hung a picture of it on the wall.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A fish kept as a symbol of success in a fishing contest.
The trophyfish won him first place in the tournament.
3. A fish that is stuffed or mounted for display.
The old trophyfish above the fireplace was covered in dust.
4. Any fish prized mainly for its size rather than for food.
They released the trophyfish after measuring it.