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Meaning of MANTA

Pronunciation:  'mantu

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  extremely large pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fishes; usually harmless but its size make it dangerous if harpooned
  2. [n]  a blanket that is used as a cloak or shawl
 
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 Synonyms: devilfish, manta ray
 
 See Also: Atlantic manta, blanket, cover, devil ray, family Mobulidae, Manta birostris, Mobula hypostoma, Mobulidae, ray

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Man"ta\, n. [From the native name.] (Zo["o]l.)
See {Coleoptera} and {Sea devil}.
 

 

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