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(noun) any of numerous marine fishes whose elongated spiny body can inflate itself with water or air to form a globe; several species contain a potent nerve poison; closely related to spiny puffers |
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Synonyms: blowfish, globefish |
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Related Words: plectognath, plectognath fish |
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(noun) delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver |
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Synonyms: blowfish, sea squab |
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Related Words: fugu, saltwater fish |
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