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atlantic spiny dogfish

 

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Noun atlantic spiny dogfish has 1 sense
  1. Atlantic spiny dogfish, Squalus acanthias - destructive dogfish of the Atlantic coastal waters of America and Europe; widely used in anatomy classes
    --1 is a kind of spiny dogfish
    --1 is a member of Squalus, genus Squalus

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Term: Atlantic Spiny Dogfish

Definition:

The Atlantic Spiny Dogfish is a type of small shark belonging to the family Squalidae. It is commonly found in the Atlantic Ocean and known for its sharp spines and dog-like appearance.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A species of shark native to the Atlantic Ocean with sharp spines on its dorsal fins.

Example Sentence: The Atlantic Spiny Dogfish is an important part of the marine ecosystem as it helps control the population of other fish species.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or related to the Atlantic Spiny Dogfish.

Example Sentence: The study focused on the migratory patterns of Atlantic Spiny Dogfish sharks in the North Atlantic.

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