snake fish

/ˈsneɪkˌfɪʃ/
noun
  1. A long, slender fish that looks like a snake, often found in fresh or salt water.
    • Snake-fish are known for their eel-like bodies and sharp teeth.
    • We saw a snake-fish swimming near the dock at the lake.
    • The fisherman was surprised to pull a snake-fish out of the river.
  2. A type of fish that can breathe air and move on land for short distances, sometimes considered an invasive species.
    • Some people call the snake-fish a 'Frankenfish' because of its strange abilities.
    • The snake-fish can survive out of water for several days.
    • Wildlife officials are worried about snake-fish spreading to new lakes.
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