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jewfish


Meanings
  • noun

    A large marine fish, also known as a torpedo or electric ray, found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas. It is not actually a true fish but belongs to the cartilaginous group, which includes sharks.

    - "The jewfish is a popular game fish in the Atlantic."
    - "Jewfish are also known for their electric organs that can stun prey."

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jewfish , jewfishes
Etymology
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The name 'jewfish' is believed to have originated from the Yiddish word 'gibbes', which means 'fish' or 'swimming creature'. However, the term is not historically or culturally significant to the Jewish community.


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  1. Jewfish are also known as 'torpedo rays' or 'torpedo fish'.

  2. Jewfish are not true fish but belong to the cartilaginous group, which also includes sharks.

  3. Jewfish can generate electric shocks to stun their prey before swallowing it whole.


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  1. Torpedo Ray: Another common name for the jewfish. Torpedo rays are named for their torpedo-shaped bodies and their ability to generate electric shocks.


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There are no significant cultural, historical, or symbolic associations with the term 'jewfish'.

How to Memorize "jewfish"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the jewfish, imagine a large, electric ray swimming in the ocean. Visualize its distinctive torpedo-shaped body and the electric shock it generates.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'jewfish' with the image of a large, electric ray. You can also remember that it is not a true fish but belongs to the cartilaginous group.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Jews fish for electric rays' to help remember the name.


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