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Definition of catshark

catshark

/ˈkæt.ʃɑːrk/
cat · shark
Plural:catsharks
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catshark Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of numerous small, bottom-dwelling sharks of the family Scyliorhinidae, native to temperate and tropical oceans worldwide and characterized by elongated eyes, two small dorsal fins, and often patterned skin.

Example

"While exploring the kelp forest, the divers encountered a small, spotted catshark resting quietly on the seabed."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'cat' and 'shark', so named due to the species' elongated, slit-like eyes which resemble those of a feline.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Catshark. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/catshark
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