stingray

noun

sting·​ray ˈstiŋ-ˌrā 

: any of numerous rays (as of the family Dasyatidae) with one or more large sharp barbed dorsal spines near the base of the whiplike tail capable of inflicting severe wounds

Illustration of stingray

Examples of stingray in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to sea turtles, stingrays and humpbacks, Sailrock South Caicos is also a top-tier destination for Caribbean birdwatching, with no shortage of fascinating avian species thriving across the island. —Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025

Shuffle: What to do if you get stung by a stingray in the ocean. —Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025

The new residents include clownfish, cownose stingrays and unicorn tangs, LEGOLAND Florida said in a news release. —Usa Today Network Staff, USA Today, 23 May 2025

The Winter Haven aquarium will feature more than 3,000 marine animals, including stingrays and big-belly seahorses. —Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stingray

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway
• beret

Kids Definition

stingray

noun

sting·​ray ˈstiŋ-ˌrā 

: any of numerous rays that have one or more large sharp stinging spines near the base of the whiplike tail

Medical Definition

stingray

noun

sting·​ray

ˈstiŋ-ˌrā also -rē

: any of numerous large flat cartilaginous fishes (order Rajiformes and especially family Dasyatidae) with one or more large sharp barbed dorsal spines near the base of the whiplike tail capable of inflicting severe wounds