stingray

English

/ˈstɪŋˌɹeɪ/

noun
Definitions
  • Any of various large, venomous rays, of the orders Rajiformes and Myliobatiformes, having a barbed, whiplike tail.
  • (US) A device that simulates a cell tower, used to intercept cell phone communications.

Etymology

Compound from English sting + English ray (defile).

Origin

English

ray

Gloss

defile

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