anguille

/ɑ̃.ɡi.jəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of eel, typically found in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean

“The chef carefully prepared the grilled anguille for the special dinner”

2. noun

a curved or bent shape, especially in a rope or cord

“The anguille in the rope made it difficult to tie a secure knot”

Synonyms

  • eel
  • eelfish

Antonyms

  • linear
  • straight