viperfish

English

noun
Definitions
  • A deepwater fish of the genus , a fierce predator with long, needle-like teeth and hinged lower jaws, found mainly in tropical and temperate waters.

Etymology

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

Origin

English

fish

Gloss

get hold of an object

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