Definition

A type of fish that is flat and has a shape similar to a disk, commonly found in warm waters and known for eating shellfish.

Example

The spadefish swam gracefully among the coral reefs.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a spadefish while snorkeling?

Yeah, I spotted one last summer at the beach!

They're such unique-looking fish, aren't they?

Absolutely! I love how they swim around in schools.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'spadefish' is formed from 'spade' (from Middle English *spade*, meaning a tool for digging) and 'fish' (from Old English *fisc*, meaning a creature that swims). The term 'spadefish' refers to a type of fish that has a flattened, spade-like shape, resembling the tool used for digging.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'spade' as a tool that is flat and wide, similar to the shape of the 'spadefish', which is a fish with a flattened body.

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