gularis

noun

gu·​laris
g(y)üˈla(a)rə̇s,
güˈlär-
plural -es
: either of two West African top minnows:
a
: a topminnow (Fundulopanchax gularis)

called also yellow gularis

b
: a top minnow (F. coeruleus)

called also blue gularis

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, perhaps from Latin gula gullet, throat + -aris -ar

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near gularis

Cite this Entry

“Gularis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gularis. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!