eel

//iːl//
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Noun

eelSingular
eelsPlural
1

A long, slender, snake-like fish with smooth, slippery skin, typically found in freshwater or marine environments.

We caught an eel in the river yesterday.

2

The flesh of an eel used as food.

We had grilled eel for dinner last night.

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