muraena Meaning, Definition & Usage
Mu*ræ"na noun
(Also<
- Muraena
- Muræna
)
Etymology
L., fr. Gr. .Definitions
(Zoöl.) A genus of large eels of the family Mirænidæ . They differ from the common eel in lacking pectoral fins and in having the dorsal and anal fins continuous. The murry (Muræna Helenæ ) of Southern Europe was the muræna of the Romans. It is highly valued as a food fish.
