finlet

noun

finlet

noun

Etymology From fin + -let.

1

Biology, Ichthyology, Natural sciences, Zoology Small non-retractable fins, generally on the caudal peduncle between the last dorsal or anal fin and the caudal fin of some fishes. In some groups, such as tuna, finlets are rayless.

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