noun
- Plural of lamprey; jawless fish with a circular mouth lined with teeth, found in fresh and salt water.
Usage: Standard plural form; lampreys is more common in modern usage
Examples
- The river was home to several lamperses that attached themselves to larger fish.
- Medieval fishermen caught lamperses as a delicacy for the royal table.
- Lamperses are ancient creatures that have existed for millions of years.
- The biologist studied the feeding habits of lamperses in the estuary.