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diodon hystrix

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun diodon hystrix has 1 sense
  1. porcupinefish, porcupine fish, Diodon hystrix - spines become erect when the body is inflated; worldwide in warm waters
    --1 is a kind of spiny puffer
    --1 is a member of Diodon, genus Diodon

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diodon hystrix

Part of speech: Noun

Sense: A species of porcupinefish found in the tropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its ability to inflate itself when threatened by swallowing water or air.

Sample sentence:

The diodon hystrix is a fascinating species of fish, capable of puffing up to almost twice its size when alarmed.


Part of speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to or characteristic of the diodon hystrix fish.

Sense 2: Pertaining to the spiky appearance or behavior similar to the diodon hystrix fish.

Sample sentence (Sense 1):

The diodon hystrix population has significantly increased along the coast due to the warmer ocean temperatures.

Sample sentence (Sense 2):

The streets were adorned with diodon hystrix-like decorations for the annual sea-themed parade.


Part of speech: Verb

Sense: To mimic the defensive behavior of the diodon hystrix fish by inflating or puffing up oneself with pride or arrogance.

Sample sentence:

He diodon hystrixed in front of the mirror, believing he was the most attractive person in the room.


Part of speech: Adverb

Sense: In a manner similar to the behavior or appearance of the diodon hystrix fish.

Sample sentence:

The dancer moved diodon hystrixly across the stage, imitating the underwater movements of the fascinating creature.


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