dragonfish

English

noun
Definitions
  • Any of several long, slender fishes, of the family , that have a luminous barbel used to attract prey.

Etymology

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

Origin

English

fish

Gloss

get hold of an object

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