illicium

See also: Illicium

English

Etymology

Latin illiciō (“entice”)

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ɪˈlɪsiəm/

Noun

illicium (plural illicia)

(ichthyology) The modified dorsal fin on the head of anglerfish, acting as a lure.

Synonyms

esca

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