loche

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a freshwater cod, Lota iota maculosa; burbot.

1808

The active squirrel commanded his attention, a pike, a loche and a mouse [moose].

1869

Loche [is] a kind of fish resembling the cod . . . the liver of which is a great delicacy.

1897

Whitefish, losh and graylings are found in large quantities in the Yukon, and afford more food for the natives than the salmon.

1962

Fried loch--Cut loch up and put in frying pan with a little lard and cover tightly. Cook until loch is soft.