puffer (Meaning)
puffer (n)
delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver
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
Synonyms & Antonyms of puffer
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puffer Sentence Examples
- The diver spotted a colorful puffer fish gliding gracefully among the coral reefs.
- With a puff of air, the puffer fish inflated itself, doubling in size as a defensive mechanism against predators.
- The child delighted in watching the puffer balloon up and then deflate back to its normal size in the aquarium.
- Despite its small stature, the puffer possessed a venomous bite, deterring larger fish from attacking it.
- The marine biologist carefully studied the behavior of the puffer, documenting its interactions with other species in the ecosystem.
- Tourists aboard the glass-bottom boat marveled at the sight of a school of shimmering puffers darting through the crystal-clear waters.
- In the pet store, the clerk explained the proper care and feeding requirements for keeping a freshwater puffer in an aquarium.
- The artist captured the intricate details of the puffer's scales and fins in a lifelike painting.
- As a symbol of resilience, the puffer featured prominently in the folklore of the coastal communities.
- The chef prepared a gourmet dish featuring thinly sliced puffer meat, served with a delicate citrus sauce.
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delicacy that is highly dangerous because of a potent nerve poison in ovaries and liver, any of numerous marine fishes whose elongated spiny body can inflate it
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The diver spotted a colorful puffer fish gliding gracefully among the coral reefs.
With a puff of air, the puffer fish inflated itself, doubling in size as a defensive mechanism against predators.
The child delighted in watching the puffer balloon up and then deflate back to its normal size in the aquarium.
Despite its small stature, the puffer possessed a venomous bite, deterring larger fish from attacking it.
