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ribbonfish

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪb(ə)nfɪʃ/

Definition of ribbonfish

noun (plural same or ribbonfishes)

  • any of a number of long slender fishes which typically have a dorsal fin running the length of the body, in particular:
    • a fish of the dealfish family (Trachipteridae). a fish of the cutlassfish family (Trichiuridae). another term for oarfish

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