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suckerfish

/ˈsʌkərfɪʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does suckerfish mean?

noun

A suckerfish is a type of marine fish that uses its suction cup-like mouth to attach itself to other objects. It is often found in tropical waters.

Example

"The diver carefully avoided the suckerfish that was stuck to the coral reef."

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