doctorfish
|doc-tor-fish|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈdɑːktərˌfɪʃ/
🇬🇧
/ˈdɒktəˌfɪʃ/
scalpel-like spines
Etymology
Etymology Information
'doctorfish' originates from the English word 'doctor' and 'fish', where 'doctor' refers to the fish's scalpel-like spines.
Historical Evolution
'Doctorfish' has remained largely unchanged in its form and meaning since its introduction into English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the fish's scalpel-like spines, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of surgeonfish known for its scalpel-like spines on the tail.
The doctorfish is often found in coral reefs.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 00:56