slime eels

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. Eel-like marine animals : "Slime eels" is the common name for a group of primitive, jawless fish known scientifically as hagfish. They are characterized by their long, eel-like bodies and their ability to produce large amounts of thick, sticky slime as a defense mechanism. Usage The term "slime eels" is used to refer to these animals, particularly highlighting their most no...