exocoetus

/ˌɛksəˈsiːtəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of tropical tunas, characterized by a long, pointed bill.

“During the marine biology expedition, the team observed an exocoetus swimming near the coral reef.”

2. noun

A type of flying fish, particularly those in the genus Exocoetus.

“The sailor spotted an exocoetus gliding above the water’s surface as it fled from predators.”

Synonyms

  • flying fish
  • tropical tuna

Antonyms

  • bottom-dwelling fish
  • slow-swimming fish