sciaenoid

/sɪˌɑɪnɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A fish of the family Sciaenidae, especially a drum.

“The sciaenoid fish swam rapidly through the coral reef.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling the Sciaenidae, especially the drum.

“The sciaenoid scales on the fish glistened in the sunlight.”

Synonyms

  • croaker
  • drumfish

Antonyms

  • flatfish
  • sole