finlet

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noun
Definitions
  • (ichthyology) Small non-retractable fins, generally on the caudal peduncle between the last dorsal dorsal or anal fin and the caudal fin of some fishes. In some groups, such as tuna, finlets are rayless.

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Suffix from English fin.

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fin

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