hagfish

UK
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/
US
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/

Translations

hagfishnoun
hagfishes
pl
UK
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/
US
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/
The hagfish is known for its ability to produce slime.
Миксина известна своей способностью производить слизь.
Synonyms
slime eel
jawless fish
blind eel
hagfishadjective
UK
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/
US
/ˈhæɡ.fɪʃ/
Used attributively (e.g., "hagfish slime").

Definitions

hagfishnoun
A marine jawless fish of the class Myxini, known for its eel-like body and ability to produce slime as a defense mechanism.
The hagfish is often found burrowing into the bodies of dead or dying fish on the ocean floor.
hagfishadjective
Relating to or derived from a hagfish; involving hagfish.
Researchers examined hagfish slime to understand its unique properties.