hogfish

/ˈhoʊɡfɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fish found in the Atlantic Ocean, particularly in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.

“The diver marveled at the hogfish swimming amidst the coral reef.”

2. noun

A type of marine snail with a distinctive shell shape, found in tropical waters.

“The hogfish snail was a prized specimen among the marine biologist’s collection.”

Synonyms

  • marine snail
  • hog snail

Antonyms

  • fish that live in freshwater
  • land snail