devilfish

noun

ˈde-vᵊl-ˌfish How to pronounce devilfish (audio)
Definition of devilfishnext
as in ray
any of several extremely large rays they saw a devilfish when they went scuba diving in the Caribbean, but it swam away quickly

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  1. ray
  2. manta
  3. manta ray
Noun
  • Dermatologists recommend using an SPF of at least 30, which ensures that the sunscreen filters out 97% of UVB rays—and not just when the sun is out.
    — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
  • These jets collide with cosmic gas, which generates afterglows seen across visible light, radio waves, and X-rays.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of ray
Noun
  • From roughly October through March, higher concentrations of plankton can attract larger groups of mantas but make the water cloudier.
    — Sarah Bruning, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The water was sparkly and glittery thanks to the bright sunrays shining through, and one manta even flipped out of the ocean right in front of me.
    — Annie Daly, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of manta
Noun
  • Go snorkeling with manta rays and angelfish on the Mesoamerican Reef (the world’s second largest).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Tiny, microscopic plankton grow, feeding larger plankton that are eaten by many species, including fish and manta rays.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of manta ray
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