as in ray
any of several extremely large rays they saw a devilfish when they went scuba diving in the Caribbean, but it swam away quickly

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Noun
  • Made from amber, colored glass that actually protects your beer from UV rays (which can alter the taste of alcohol), the growler includes a metal cap, and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.
    Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Protect from the sun: Too much exposure to the ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight can damage the skin and cause spider veins.9 Wear sunscreen, hats, or long sleeves if going outdoors.
    Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Now, their family-first manta is more important than ever.
    Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 17 June 2024
  • Behind them were women in brown vicuña mantas and bowlers.
    Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
Noun
  • Start by exploring the unique Maldivian underwater world on a dive or snorkel trip to marvel at majestic whale sharks, elegant manta rays, and the vibrant coral reefs that are home to myriad colorful fish.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Similarly, Ray Chu merged 3D printing with upcycled materials in a collection inspired by manta rays and crinum lilies, symbolizing courage and resilience.
    Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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“Devilfish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/devilfish. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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