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cancer borealis

 

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Noun cancer borealis has 1 sense
  1. Jonah crab, Cancer borealis - large red deep-water crab of the eastern coast of North America
    --1 is a kind of crab
    --1 is a member of Cancer, genus Cancer

Definitions from the Web

Cancer Borealis

Definition:

Cancer borealis, commonly known as the "northern or Atlantic crab," is a species of crab found along the northeastern coast of North America.

Senses:

Noun - Zoology

The Cancer borealis is a small to medium-sized crab species characterized by its reddish-brown exoskeleton and protruding eyes.

Example Sentence:

The Cancer borealis is a highly sought-after delicacy in coastal regions, known for its sweet and succulent meat.

Noun - Astronomy

In astronomy, Cancer Borealis refers to the "Northern Crayfish" constellation, located in the northern celestial hemisphere.

Example Sentence:

During the summer nights, the Cancer Borealis constellation can be spotted in the northeastern sky.

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