Jellyfish

usgb/ˈdʒelifɪʃ/
noun

A type of sea animal that have soft bodies and long thread-like parts, usually tentacles, that can sting.

Many people got stung by jellyfish at the beach last summer.
Visual representation of "jellyfish" - A type of sea animal that have soft bodies and long thread-like parts, usually tentacles, that can sting

Often appears as...

  • sting from a jellyfish
  • jellyfish in the ocean
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Sea Creature

Remember, jellyfish are aquatic animals, not made from actual jelly used in desserts.

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The aquarium had a wide variety of jellyfish floating in the tank.
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Stinging Risks

Jellyfish stings can be serious, so the term often suggests danger or discomfort at the beach.

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She was afraid to swim because there might be jellyfish in the water.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes 'jellyfish' is used to describe things that look or move like a jellyfish.

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The lamp's design reminded me of a jellyfish.
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