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Definition of: remora
(rem′ər·ə) noun
1. Any of a genus (Remora) of fish (family Echeneididae) having on its head an oval suctorial disk by means of which it attaches itself to sharks, other fishes, or floating objects, being thus carried great distances.
2. Any delay or impediment. [<L, hindrance <re- back + mora delay]
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