opah

/'oupə/
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opah

The opah swims gracefully through the deep blue ocean.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A large, elliptical, brightly colored deep-sea fish found in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Mediterranean oceans. It is also known as the moonfish.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The opah is a unique fish because it is warm-blooded.
    • Scientists were excited to catch an opah during their deep-sea expedition.
    • The opah's vibrant, silvery body is marked with red fins and spots.
Advanced Usage
  • The opah is notable in marine biology for being one of the few known warm-blooded fish, meaning it can regulate its body temperature.
    • The opah's warm-bloodedness gives it an advantage in the cold deep sea.
Variants and Related Words
  • Moonfish: A common name for the opah.
    • The moonfish is prized by some chefs for its rich, flavorful meat.
Synonyms
  • Moonfish: The most common synonym.
  • Lampris guttatus: The scientific name for the common opah species.
Related Phrases
  • Opah fishery: Refers to the commercial or recreational fishing of opah.
    • The opah fishery is managed to ensure sustainable catches.
opah

The opah swims gracefully through the deep blue ocean.

Noun
  1. large elliptical brightly colored deep-sea fish of Atlantic and Pacific and Mediterranean