nine-eyes

nine-eyes
\\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun plural but singular or plural in construction (also nine-eyed eel \\ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷-\)
Etymology: from its numerous spiracles

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nineˈ-eyes noun
1. A lamprey (from its seven pairs of gill-pouches)
2. A butterfish (from its spots)
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Main Entry:nine

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nine-eyes «NYN YZ», noun.
= sea lamprey. (Cf.sea lamprey)

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