illicium
noun/ɪˈlɪsiəm/
Etymology Latin illiciō (“entice”)
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Biology, Ichthyology, Natural sciences, Zoology The modified dorsal fin on the head of anglerfish, acting as a lure.
- Synonyms
- esca
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