any sluggish bottom-dwelling ray of the order Torpediniformes having a rounded body and electric organs on each side of the head capable of emitting strong electric discharges
cartilaginous fishes having horizontally flattened bodies and enlarged winglike pectoral fins with gills on the underside; most swim by moving the pectoral fins
noun
an explosive mine designed to destroy ships that bump into it
explosive device that explodes on contact; designed to destroy vehicles or ships or to kill or maim personnel
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