mola
1
9.9
- noun
- /ˈmoʊlə/
:
mola
- The mola is known for its unique shape and can often be spotted basking near the ocean's surface.
Examples
-
Scientists are studying the behavior of the mola in its natural habitat to understand its feeding patterns.
-
How great that some molas smiled at you in such an unexpected place!
Blog text (16) -
During our diving expedition, we encountered a magnificent mola gliding gracefully through the water.
Synonyms
1
5.9
A very large ocean fish with a round flat body and tall fins that lives in warm seas
A very large round flat sea fish with tall fins and a short tail that lives in warm oceans
A very large sea fish with a flat round body that rests near the surface
A large ocean fish with a sharp point on its tail fin
A large ocean sunfish with a sharp point in the middle of its tail fin
Compounds
- Specialized
A large ocean sunfish with a sharp point in the middle of its tail fin
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word mola comes from the Latin word mola, meaning 'millstone', a round stone used to grind grain. Because the fish is very flat and round like a giant millstone, people call the ocean sunfish a mola.