- nine-eyes
- \\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun plural but singular or plural in construction
(also nine-eyed eel \\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷-\)
Etymology: from its numerous spiracles: lamprey
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nineˈ-eyes noun1. A lamprey (from its seven pairs of gill-pouches)2. A butterfish (from its spots)• • •Main Entry: ↑nine* * *
nine-eyes «NYN YZ», noun.= sea lamprey. (Cf. ↑sea lamprey)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.