Meaning of the word lanternfish in English
What does lanternfish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lanternfish
US /ˈlæn.tərn.fɪʃ/
UK /ˈlæn.tərn.fɪʃ/
Noun
a small, deep-sea fish of the family Myctophidae, characterized by rows of light-producing organs (photophores) on its body
Example:
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The lanternfish uses its photophores to attract prey in the dark depths of the ocean.
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Vast schools of lanternfish migrate vertically in the water column.