snakefish

[ sneyk-fish ]

noun

, plural snake·fish·es, (especially collectively) snake·fish.

1. lizardfish.
2. ribbonfish.

Word History and Origins

Origin of snakefish¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; snake + fish

Example Sentences

On Tuesday, many of the regulars had a tale to tell about a snakefish spotting.

From New York Times