hemiramph

/hɛmɪræmpf/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of beaked fish, found in tropical and subtropical waters, characterized by their large teeth and pointed snouts.

“The researcher spent years studying the unique features of the hemiramph fish species.”

2. noun

Members of the genus Hemiramphus, a group of beaked fish found in tropical and subtropical waters.

“The aquarium featured a large collection of hemiramphids from different parts of the world.”

Synonyms

  • beaked fish
  • needlefish