Choose the correct meaning of the given phrase/idiom. “A queer fish”

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Fish of peculiar size

Sharp toothed shark

A sea-fairy

An eccentric person

answer is D.

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The phrase "a queer fish" in the question refers to a strange or quirky individual. So let's examine the choices this question has for us:
1)      A fish that deviates from or exceeds the typical or expected size is referred to as a "fish of odd size."
2)      A shark with sharp-toothed teeth, or option (b), is one that has teeth that come to a sharp point.
3)      A sea-fairy describes a diminutive creature with human features who resides in the sea and possesses magical abilities.
4)      A person having an eccentric personality is referred to as "an eccentric individual."
Therefore, since it is close to what "a queer fish" signifies “an eccentric fish”.

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