noun Download 🔗Share Any of various elongate fish from the family Echeneidae, the dorsal fin of which is in the form of a suction disc that can take a firm hold against the skin of larger marine animals. Examples : "The scuba divers observed a remora attached to the belly of a large shark, using its suction disc to hitch a ride. " fish animal biology organism ocean nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A serpent. Examples : "This definition of "remora" is incorrect. "Remora" refers to a type of fish, not a serpent. Correct Sentence: "The remora attached itself to the shark, getting a free ride and scavenging scraps." " mythology animal Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A delay; a hindrance, an obstacle. Examples : "The unexpected flat tire proved to be a significant remora to my getting to the important job interview on time. " negative situation condition Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A surgical instrument, intended to retain parts in their places. Examples : "The surgeon used a remora to hold the fractured bone fragments together during the operation. " medicine utensil device Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading