doctorfish
/ˈdɑktərˌfɪʃ/
noun
- A tropical marine fish of the family Acanthuridae, also called a surgeonfish, known for the sharp spines on its tail.
- We saw a school of doctorfish while snorkeling on the reef.
- Doctorfish are popular in saltwater aquariums because of their bright colors.
- The doctorfish uses its tail spines to defend itself from predators.
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