sea devil

noun

Definition of sea devilnext
as in manta ray
any of several extremely large rays a sea devil glided along the ocean floor

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Recent Examples of sea devil Among certain species of anglerfish, like those in the sea devil (Ceratiidae) family, males are little more than sperm sacs with nostrils. — Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Feb. 2020
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  1. manta ray
  2. ray
Noun
  • Tiny, microscopic plankton grow, feeding larger plankton that are eaten by many species, including fish and manta rays.
    — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Guests often choose the property for its proximity to Hanifaru Bay, famed for its seasonal gatherings of manta rays.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of manta ray
Noun
  • Look for ingredients like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide in your sunscreen, which keep both UVB and the more dangerous UVA rays at bay.
    — Norah O'Donnell, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Factory 25 is planning a spring 2027 theatrical release followed by a digital and Blu-ray release.
    — Brent Lang, IndieWire, 21 Oct. 2026
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“Sea devil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sea%20devil. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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