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Definition of waspfish

waspfish

/ˈwɑːsp.fɪʃ/
wasp · fish
Plural:waspfishes
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waspfish Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of several small, highly venomous marine fishes of the family Tetrarogidae, primarily found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-West Pacific, characterized by their laterally compressed bodies, cryptic coloration, and potent stinging spines.

Example

"While exploring the shallow coastal reefs of Indonesia, the marine biologist was careful not to disturb the well-camouflaged waspfish resting on the sea floor."

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• Nearby Words

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wasilla
wasp
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waspily
waspish
waspishly

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'wasp' and 'fish', named for the sharp, venomous dorsal spines that can deliver a painful sting comparable to that of a wasp.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Waspfish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/waspfish
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