opah
/'oupə/
Definition
- Noun:
- A large, elliptical, brightly colored deep-sea fish found in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Mediterranean oceans. It is also known as the moonfish.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The opah is a unique fish because it is warm-blooded.
- Scientists were excited to catch an opah during their deep-sea expedition.
- The opah's vibrant, silvery body is marked with red fins and spots.
Advanced Usage
- The opah is notable in marine biology for being one of the few known warm-blooded fish, meaning it can regulate its body temperature.
- The opah's warm-bloodedness gives it an advantage in the cold deep sea.
Variants and Related Words
- Moonfish: A common name for the opah.
- The moonfish is prized by some chefs for its rich, flavorful meat.
Synonyms
- Moonfish: The most common synonym.
- Lampris guttatus: The scientific name for the common opah species.
Related Phrases
- Opah fishery: Refers to the commercial or recreational fishing of opah.
- The opah fishery is managed to ensure sustainable catches.
Noun
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large elliptical brightly colored deep-sea fish of Atlantic and Pacific and Mediterranean
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