Meanings
Coined by William Shakespeare in 1611, see quotations.
How to pronounce "cold fish":
AU
A heartless individual; a person lacking empathy and emotion.
A sexual partner who, during sex, lacks vigor or emotional reciprocity.
Example: "Ah, don't be such a cold fish!"
Example Sentences
1
She's a bit of a cold fish - she never shows any emotion.
2
He may seem like a cold fish, but once you get to know him, he's actually quite warm.
3
I find it hard to connect with him; he's always been a bit of a cold fish.
4
She gave him a cold fish look when he asked her out on a date.
5
Don't take it personally, he's just a cold fish by nature.
