BALLAN WRASSE


Meaning of BALLAN WRASSE in English

[ 'balən ]

■ noun a large wrasse (fish) of rocky shores and reefs. [ Labrus bergylta .]

Origin

C18: ballan from Ir. ballán , from ball 'spot'.

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