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marbled goby

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A prized freshwater food fish of species Oxyeleotris marmorata, having a large head, symmetrical patterning on its dorsal fins, and rounded, outstretched pectoral fins.

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Synonyms: marble goby, soon hock

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A goby native to the eastern Atlantic, of species Pomatoschistus marmoratus.

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Synonyms: marble goby

Antonyms: none provided

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