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greenling Synonyms
Another word for greenling
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• noun (Context 1)
Any of various marine fishes of the family Hexagrammidae, typically having a long dorsal fin and inhabiting the coastal waters and kelp beds of the North Pacific Ocean.
Usage Example
"The marine biologist documented a bright kelp hexagrammid darting among the rocky reefs off the coast of Oregon."
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hexagrammid
• noun (Context 2)
A young, inexperienced, or naive person; a novice.
Usage Example
"The veteran sailors had little patience for the novice who continually fumbled with the rigging during the storm."
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novice
greenhorn
beginner
Strong
fledgling
rookie
Opposites of greenling
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veteran
expert
professional
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