snailfish

snɛɪlfɪʃ

Definitions

1. noun

any of several deep-sea fish of the family Liparidae, characterized by a slow-swimming, snail-like body

“The deep-sea diver was fascinated by the snailfish’s unique ability to absorb oxygen from the surrounding water.”

Synonyms

  • liparid fish
  • snail eel

Antonyms

  • speedster
  • swift fish