acanthuridae

/ækənˈθʊərɪdiː/

Definitions

1. noun

A family of marine bony fishes, commonly known as surgeonfish.

“The diver swam near a coral reef where various species of Acanthuridae could be found.”

2. plural noun

Members of the family Acanthuridae.

“During the research trip, the team observed numerous Acanthuridae species.”

Synonyms

  • surgeonfish
  • tangs

Antonyms

  • minnow
  • perch