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jeju

noun
1
A slender freshwater fish native to South American rivers, related to the wolf fish family.
"The jeju is prized by aquarium hobbyists for its eel-like shape and hardiness."

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In plain EnglishA type of South American river fish — not to be confused with Jeju, the Korean island.

Easily confused with
jeju island

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jejus plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from a Tupian language of South America.

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