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Etymology

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Named after the American boxing champion Jack Dempsey (1895–1983), because of its aggressive nature and strong facial features.

Noun

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Jack Dempsey (plural Jack Dempseys)

  1. Rocio octofasciata, a cichlid fish Native to Mexico and Honduras, but widely kept in aquaria and introduced elsewhere in the wild.