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a large marine fish related to the ray family with a diamond shape and a tail
What is a "skate"?
A skate is a cartilaginous fish closely related to rays and sharks, known for its flat body and diamond or oval shape. They inhabit both saltwater and freshwater environments, often dwelling on the ocean floor or in sandy and muddy areas. Skates possess large, wing-like pectoral fins that allow them to glide gracefully through the water. Unlike rays, skates lack venomous spines and typically have a more subdued coloration. They have a unique reproductive strategy known as oviparity, where females lay eggs enclosed in a protective case commonly referred to as a "mermaid's purse." Skates primarily feed on small bottom-dwelling organisms such as crustaceans and mollusks, using their specialized jaw plates to crush their prey.
a type of shoe with two pairs of small wheels attached to the bottom, for moving on a hard, flat surface
What is a "skate"?
A skate is a type of footwear with a set of wheels or blades attached to the bottom, used for skating. There are different types of skates depending on the activity, such as roller skates, which have wheels arranged in two rows, and ice skates, which have blades for gliding on ice. Skates are used in sports and recreational activities like roller skating, ice skating, and hockey. The design of skates is made to provide stability and allow smooth movement, offering a fun and efficient way to move across different surfaces.
to move on ice or other smooth surfaces using ice skates, roller skates, or a skateboard
to get away with something, or be acquitted of a crime despite being guilty
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