Definition

A type of fish that has black-colored tips on its fins or body.

Example

The blacktip shark is known for its distinctive black-tipped fins.

Conversation

Did you see that fish with the blacktip fins at the aquarium yesterday?

Yeah, it was so striking! I’ve never seen one like that before.

I know, right? I think it's called a blacktip reef shark.

That makes sense! It really stood out among all the other fish.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blacktip → The word is formed from "black" (from Old English "blæc", meaning dark or the color black) and "tip" (from Old English "tipa", meaning the end or point of something). The term "blacktip" refers to something that has a black-colored end or tip.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'black' for the color and 'tip' for the end — together, they describe something that has a black end.

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