Meaning of the word gills in English
What does gills mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gills
US /ɡɪlz/
UK /ɡɪlz/
Plural Noun
the respiratory organ of aquatic animals, such as fish, that extracts oxygen from water
Example:
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Fish use their gills to breathe underwater.
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The shark's gills were visible as it swam past.
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