grunion

/ˈɡruːni/; /ˈɡruːnɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of silvery-gray fish that emerges from the ocean to spawn on beaches at night, particularly along the coasts of California and Mexico

“The annual grunion run was a popular event in our town, with many people gathering to watch the fish lay eggs on the beach.”

Synonyms

  • silverside
  • smelt

Antonyms

  • deep-sea fish
  • ocean dweller