Associations to the word «Manta»

Wiktionary

MANTA, noun. Manta ray.
MANTA RAY, noun. Any of several very large pelagic rays of the genus Manta, with winglike pectoral fins, a long tail, and two fins resembling horns that project from the head.
MANTA RAYS, noun. Plural of manta ray

Dictionary definition

MANTA, noun. A blanket that is used as a cloak or shawl.
MANTA, noun. Extremely large pelagic tropical ray that feeds on plankton and small fishes; usually harmless but its size make it dangerous if harpooned.

Wise words

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