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Definition of anthias

anthias

/ˈæn.θi.əs/
an · thi · as
Plural:anthias
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anthias Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of numerous small, brightly colored marine fishes of the subfamily Anthiadinae, typically native to tropical coral reefs and highly popular in the saltwater aquarium trade.

Example

"A school of vibrant pink and orange anthias darted among the branching corals, mesmerizing the divers."

• Nearby Words

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antigua and barbuda

Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'anthias', derived from Ancient Greek 'ἀνθίας' (anthías), a type of sea fish, likely rooted in 'ἄνθος' (ánthos) meaning 'flower', in reference to their vivid, petal-like coloration.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Anthias. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/anthias
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