soapfish

/ˈsoʊpˌfɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fish (Grammatonotus lacrimentus) with a soap-like secretion on its skin, found in tropical waters.

“The soapfish was a rare catch for the deep-sea diver, due to its unusual appearance and habitat.”

Synonyms

  • Grammatonotus lacrimentus
  • deep-sea fish

Antonyms

  • shallow-water fish