moray
(noun)
/ˈmɔːreɪ/
Definitions
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A type of large, elongated fish of warm seas that is typically brightly colored and noted for its dangerous teeth.
A serpent of the sea, painted in the hues of sunset, with a mouthful of secrets and tales sharp as its fangs.Example: Divers spotted a moray eel lurking among the coral reefs.
Origin
Mid 17th century: from Portuguese moreia, via Latin from Greek muraina.
Synonyms
moray eel