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ratfish


Meanings
  • noun

    A type of fish with a long, flat body and a rat-like snout.


Variants
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ratfish , ratfishes
Etymology
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The name 'ratfish' comes from the fish's snout, which resembles that of a rat.


Trivia
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  1. Ratfish are also known as 'rat tails' due to their long, thin tails.

  2. Ratfish are found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as the Arctic and Antarctic.

  3. Ratfish have a unique ability to change color to blend in with their surroundings.


Related Concepts
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  1. Rajiformes: The order of fish to which ratfish belongs.


Culture
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In some cultures, ratfish is considered a delicacy and is often eaten as a source of protein. In others, it is considered a pest and is sometimes culled to prevent damage to fisheries.

How to Memorize "ratfish"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a fish with a long, flat body and a snout that looks like a rat's.

  2. associate

    - Think of the word 'rat' and 'fish' combined to remember the name.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember 'Rats in the Sea' to remember the name of this fish.


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