Meaning
COD-FISH, n. A species of fish, of the genus Gadus, inhabiting northern seas, but particularly the banks of Newfoundland, and the shores of New England. [See Haddock.]
COD, n.
1. Any husk, envelop or case, containing the See ds of a plant; a pod.
2. A bag; the scrotum.
3. A pillow.