Gunnel: meaning, definitions and examples

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gunnel

 

[ หˆษกสŒnษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of fish

A gunnel is a type of elongated, eel-like fish found in coastal waters. They belong to the family Pholidae and are often found in rocky habitats or under stones. These fish typically have a slim body that is well-adapted for moving through narrow crevices. Gunnels are known for their distinctive appearance and can vary in color, often displaying a brown or greenish hue. They are not commonly targeted for fishing but are an interesting species for ecologists studying marine habitats.

Synonyms

Pholus, rock eel.

Examples of usage

  • The gunnel is often seen hiding under rocks.
  • In the aquarium, the gunnel adds diversity to the fish community.
  • Researchers noted unusual behavior in the gunnel population.

Translations

Translations of the word "gunnel" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคจเฅ‡เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒะฝะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใƒใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑด๋„ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูˆู†ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”˜ๅ†…ๅฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณัƒะฝะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒฃแƒœแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gunnel

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gunnel

Etymology

The term 'gunnel' originates from the early 19th century and is derived from the word 'gunnel' in Old English, which means a small fish or eel. Its etymology can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word '*kunhล' which means 'a type of fish'. Historically, gunnels have had various regional names, reflecting their ecological significance in coastal fishing communities. The study of gunnels has gained interest among marine biologists, particularly in understanding their role in intertidal zones and their interactions with other species. Over time, gunnels have been increasingly recognized in the context of biodiversity and the health of marine ecosystems.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,109, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.