Silverfish Definition & Meaning

silverfish
noun
  1. silver-grey wingless insect found in houses feeding on book bindings and starched clothing
  2. a silvery variety of Carassius auratus

"Silverfish" in song lyrics

See how silverfish is used in real songs:

  • "It comes upon you with the stealth of a thousand silverfish"
    D-Sisive — The Creep (by Nick Thran)
  • "killing silverfish"
    AOL — AOL
  • "kills silverfish"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "silverfish"

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