cutlassfish

English

noun
Definitions
  • A predatory perciform marine fish in the family Trichiuridae, with large sharp teeth and an eel-like appearance.

Etymology

Compound from English cutlass + English fish (get hold of an object).

Origin

English

fish

Gloss

get hold of an object

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