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lionfish

/ˈlaɪənˌfɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does lionfish mean?

noun

A species of fish, Pterois volitans, native to the Indo-Pacific region, known for its venomous spines and bright colors. It has become an invasive species in the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.

Example

"The diver carefully avoided the lionfish, aware of its venomous spines."

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