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doctorfish

/ˈdɒk.tə.fɪʃ/

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noun

/ˈdɒk.tə.fɪʃ/C1formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее вид рыбы-хирурга, обитающей в Вест-Индии, известной своей отличительной окраской и острыми шипами на хвосте.

A noun referring to a type of surgeonfish found in the West Indies, known for its distinctive coloration and the sharp spines on its tail.

  1. Surgeon fish of the West IndiesC1formalamerican

    A tropical marine fish found in the West Indies, known for its sharp spines near the tail, resembling a surgeon's scalpel.

    ruРыба-хирург Вест-Индии

    • The doctorfish is commonly seen around coral reefs in the Caribbean.
    • Divers often spot doctorfish grazing on algae near the reef.
    • The sharp spines of the doctorfish can cause painful cuts if handled carelessly.
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