Malania

noun

Ma·​la·​nia

məˈlānēə

: a genus of living coelacanth fishes represented by a single specimen taken in shallow water north of Madagascar compare latimeria

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Daniel F. Malan †1959 South African political leader + New Latin -ia

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now

Rhymes for Malania

• crania
• mania
• taenia
• hypomania
• miscellanea
• monomania
• leishmania
• urania
• megalomania