scorpionfish

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noun
Definitions
  • Any of the family Scorpaenidae of mostly marine fish, including many of the world's most venomous species, the "sting" taking the form of sharp spines coated with venomous mucus.

Etymology

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

Origin

English

fish

Gloss

get hold of an object

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