Meaning Of Roach

n.

A cockroach.

n.

A European fresh-water fish of the Carp family (Leuciscus rutilus). It is silver-white, with a greenish back.

n.

An American chub (Semotilus bullaris); the fallfish.

n.

The redfin, or shiner.

n.

A convex curve or arch cut in the edge of a sail to prevent chafing, or to secure a better fit.

v. t.

To cause to arch.

v. t.

To cut off, as a horse's mane, so that the part left shall stand upright.