bullpout

[ bool-pout ]

noun

1. horned pout.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bullpout¹

An Americanism dating back to 1815–25; bull(head) + pout ²

Example Sentences

She dropped her own pole, ran to the amazed Lily, and dragged in a big bullpout—sometimes called “catfish”—that was sulking in the mud at the bottom, with Lil’s hook firmly fastened in its jaws.

From Project Gutenberg

“Away with you, you varmint!” said Billy Kirby, plucking a bullpout from the meshes, and casting the animal back into the lake with contempt.

From Project Gutenberg