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Spiny dogfish

Noun

A small, bottom-dwelling shark species of the family Squalidae, known for its spiky appearance.

Sense 1:

A type of shark species commonly found in coastal temperate waters.

Example sentence: The spiny dogfish typically grows to a maximum length of 3 to 4 feet.

Sense 2:

The meat of a spiny dogfish, used in culinary preparations.

Example sentence: The spiny dogfish is often used in making fish and chips in some regions.

Adjective

Having qualities or characteristics similar to or related to the spiny dogfish.

Sense 1:

Characterized by sharp or prickly projections, resembling the spines of a dogfish.

Example sentence: The hiker regretted wearing sandals on the spiny dogfish trail.

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