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Definition of scorpionfish

scorpionfish

/ˈskɔːr.pi.ən.fɪʃ/
scor · pi · on · fish
Plural:scorpionfishes
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scorpionfish Lexical Profile

scorpionfish Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of numerous bottom-dwelling marine fishes of the family Scorpaenidae, known for their elaborate camouflage and highly venomous fin spines, widely distributed in tropical and temperate oceans.

Example

"While scuba diving off the coast of Indonesia, the marine biologist cautioned us not to touch the coral, as a perfectly camouflaged scorpionfish was resting there."

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• Nearby Words

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scorpion
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Word Origin & Etymology

Compound of 'scorpion' and 'fish', named in the 17th century for their highly venomous dorsal spines that can deliver a painful sting resembling that of a scorpion.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scorpionfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scorpionfish
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