stingray stingray /ˈstɪŋreɪ/

noun

1. Large venomous ray with large barbed spines near the base of a thin whiplike tail capable of inflicting severe wounds  ( stingray )
   large venomous ray with large barbed spines near the base of a thin whiplike tail capable of inflicting severe wounds
    While snorkeling, we were cautious not to disturb the resting stingray.
   While snorkeling, we were cautious not to disturb the resting stingray.