gudgeons

noun

Meaning

A small freshwater fish, Gobio gobio, that is native to Eurasia.
Any of various similar small fish of the family Eleotridae, often used as bait.
A person apt to take the bait; one easily cheated or duped; also, an idiot.
Something used to lure or tempt; bait, a lure.
A circular or cylindrical fitting, often made of metal, into which a pin or pintle fits to create a hinge or pivoting joint.
(specifically) In a vessel with a stern-mounted rudder: the fitting into which the pintle of the rudder fits, allowing the rudder to swing freely.

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