1. A large freshwater fish of the pike family, found in North American lakes and rivers, prized by sport fishers.
Usage: Also spelled muskellunge or muskie (informal).; Native to the Great Lakes and other northern waters.

Examples

• The angler spent hours trying to catch a muskelunge in the lake.
• Muskelunge can grow to be over five feet long.
• He landed a record-breaking muskelunge after a two-hour fight.
• The river is known for its population of muskelunge.
• Fishing for muskelunge requires patience and skill.