stonefish
part of speech
noun (a stonefish, stonefish or stonefishes)
meaning for a pupil
A fish of warm shallow seas (Indian and Pacific Oceans, including northern Australia) that looks exactly like a rock or lump of coral and has very venomous spines on its back; it is one of the most venomous fish in the world. tree →
sense in the lessons
In science lessons about camouflage and dangerous animals, the stonefish hides on the seabed, waiting for small fish; if a person steps on it, the spines inject painful venom. In Australia, beach safety signs warn swimmers to wear reef shoes. Phrases: «stonefish sting», «step on a stonefish», «reef shoes».
examples
- The stonefish looks just like a rock. tree →
- Wear reef shoes in case you step on a stonefish. tree →
- A stonefish sting is very painful. tree →
- Stonefish hide on the seabed and catch passing fish. tree →
- The stonefish is one of the most venomous fish in the world. tree →
- Hot water helps ease the pain of a stonefish sting until you reach a hospital. tree →
note
Plural usually «stonefish». Safety: a stonefish sting is an emergency — get an adult and medical help (in Australia, call 000). Camouflage word: blends in.
Trees and pragmatics
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