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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

anglerfish

/ˈæŋɡərlˌfɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does anglerfish mean?

noun

A deep-sea fish with a fleshy growth on its head that is used as a lure to attract prey, typically a male that is much smaller than the female.

Example

"The anglerfish was a fascinating creature, with its bioluminescent lure on top of its head."

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