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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any of the sundry species of fish of the family Atherinidae found near Australia; Australia
2. 2
   Any fish of species Atherinomorus vaigiensis and Atherinomorus lacunosus, commonly found in Australian waters.

Etymology

From reference to their hardy or robust head.

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