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ˌbær əˈku dəbar·racu·d·a

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. barracudanoun

    any voracious marine fish of the genus Sphyraena having an elongated cylindrical body and large mouth with projecting lower jaw and long strong teeth

Wiktionary

  1. barracudanoun

    Any large marine fish of the genus Sphyraenus that have elongated bodies, a projecting lower jaw and displaying prominent fang-shaped teeth.

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  1. Barracuda

    A barracuda is a large, predatory, ray-finned fish known for its fearsome appearance and ferocious behaviour. The barracuda is a saltwater fish of the genus Sphyraena, the only genus in the family Sphyraenidae, which was named by Constantine Samuel Rafinesque in 1815. It is found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide ranging from the eastern border of the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea, on its western border the Caribbean Sea, and in tropical areas of the Pacific Ocean. Barracudas reside near the top of the water and near coral reefs and sea grasses. Barracudas are targeted by sport-fishing enthusiasts.

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  1. barracuda

    A barracuda is a large, predatory fish known for their strong, fanged jaws and swift speed. They are typically found in warm, tropical climates and are recognized for their slender bodies, sharp teeth, and aggressive behavior. Barracudas are known to grow more than 6 feet long and are popular game fish despite being potentially dangerous to humans.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Barracudanoun

    alt. of Barracouata

Wikidata

  1. Barracuda

    The barracuda is a ray-finned fish known for its large size and fearsome appearance. Its body is long, fairly compressed, and covered with small, smooth scales. Some species can reach up to 2.1 m in length and 30 cm in width. The barracuda is a saltwater fish of the genus Sphyraena, the only genus in the family Sphyraenidae, and is found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of barracuda in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of barracuda in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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