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Definition of Gymnotus

1. n. A genus of South American fresh-water fishes, including the Gymnotus electricus, or electric eel. It has a greenish, eel-like body, and is possessed of electric power.

Medical Definition of Gymnotus

1. A genus of South American fresh water fishes, including the Gymnotus electricus, or electric eel. It has a greenish, eel-like body, and is possessed of electric power. "One fearful shock, fearful but momentary, like from the electric blow of the gymnotus." (De Quincey) Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Gymnos naked + the back: cf. F. Gymnote. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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