Pike

Pronunciation: /paɪk/

Definitions of pike

noun a highway or turnpike

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a pike swimming in the lake.

A2 The fisherman caught a pike on his fishing trip.

B1 The pike is known for its sharp teeth and aggressive behavior.

B2 The pike population in the river has been declining due to pollution.

C1 Researchers are studying the migratory patterns of pike in the region.

C2 The pike is a top predator in the aquatic ecosystem, preying on smaller fish.

Examples of pike in a Sentence

formal The pike is a type of freshwater fish known for its elongated body and sharp teeth.

informal I heard there's a great spot for pike fishing down by the lake.

slang That guy is a real pike - always trying to show off.

figurative The company's stock price took a sharp pike after the scandal was revealed.

Grammatical Forms of pike

• past tense: piked
• plural: pikes
• comparative: pikier
• superlative: pikiest
• present tense: pike
• future tense: will pike
• perfect tense: have piked
• continuous tense: is piking
• singular: pike
• positive degree: pike
• infinitive: to pike
• gerund: piking
• participle: piking

Origin and Evolution of pike

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'pike' originated from Middle English 'pik', which came from Old English 'pic' or 'picc', ultimately derived from Latin 'picus' meaning 'woodpecker'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a pointed weapon or spear, the term 'pike' evolved to also describe a type of freshwater fish and a peak or summit of a mountain.