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brotulidae

 

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Noun brotulidae has 1 sense
  1. Brotulidae, family Brotulidae - chiefly deep-sea fishes related to the Ophidiidae
    --1 is a kind of fish family
    --1 is a member of
     Perciformes, order Perciformes, Percomorphi, order Percomorphi
    --1 has members: brotula

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Brotulidae

Definition: Brotulidae refers to a family of marine fish commonly known as brotulas. They belong to the order Ophidiiformes and are characterized by their elongated bodies and prominent lower jaws.

Sense 1 (Noun): A type of fish that belongs to the family Brotulidae, typically found in deep-sea waters. They are often small in size and possess bioluminescent properties to attract prey.

Example sentence: The brotulidae fish, with its glowing appearance, emerged from the depths of the ocean.

Sense 2 (Adjective): Relating to or associated with the family Brotulidae.

Example sentence: The brotulidae species display unique mating behavior.

Sense 3 (Plural noun): A collective term to refer to multiple species of fish belonging to the family Brotulidae.

Example sentence: The brotulidae inhabit both tropical and temperate oceans around the world.

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