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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

jellyfish

/ˈdʒɛlɪfaɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does jellyfish mean?

noun

A soft-bodied, usually transparent or translucent marine animal that moves by means of a bell-shaped body and long, trailing tentacles. Jellyfish are found in oceans worldwide and are often considered a nuisance due to their stinging cells.

Example

"The beach was closed due to a swarm of jellyfish washing up on the shore."

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