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manta

UK/ˈmæn.tə/ US/ˈmæntʌ/ uncommon us

noun

1.

a blanket that is used as a cloak or shawl

2.

extremely large pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fishes; usually harmless but its size make it dangerous if harpooned

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Origin

Borrowed from Spanish manta (“blanket”).

Phrases

  • Alfred manta
  • giant manta

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