leerfish

/ˈliərfɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a species of anglerfish, Lophiodes lugubris, native to the Atlantic Ocean off western Africa

“The marine biologist studied the behavior of leerfish in their natural habitat.”

2. noun

any of several other species of anglerfish, especially of the genus Antennarius

“The leerfish in the aquarium were a popular attraction for visitors.”

Synonyms

  • anglerfish
  • deep-sea fish

Antonyms

  • surface fish