Lancetfish (Noun)
Meaning
Large elongate scaleless oceanic fishes with sharp teeth and a long dorsal fin that resembles a sail.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Lancetfish are known for their fearsome appearance and sharp teeth that allow them to catch prey in the dark depths of the ocean.
- The lancetfish, with its long dorsal fin resembling a sail, is a striking sight for deep-sea divers who are lucky enough to encounter one.
- Due to their large size and powerful swimming abilities, lancetfish are formidable predators in the open ocean.
- Lancetfish have been found in oceans around the world, often at depths of over 1,000 meters where the pressure is extreme.
- Despite their fearsome appearance, lancetfish are actually relatively harmless to humans and are mostly a curiosity for marine biologists.