Ghostfishes

/ˈɡoʊstˌfɪʃɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of ghostfish; multiple pale or transparent fish species.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'ghostfish' using standard '-es' ending. Follows the regular English pattern for pluralizing compound nouns ending in fish.

Kelly Says

The plural of 'fish' can be either 'fish' or 'fishes,' and English speakers choose based on whether they're thinking of a group as one unit or as distinct individuals—'ghostfishes' emphasizes the different species.

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