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family ophidiidae

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun family ophidiidae has 1 sense
  1. Ophidiidae, family Ophidiidae - eel-like marine fishes
    --1 is a kind of fish family
    --1 is a member of
     Perciformes, order Perciformes, Percomorphi, order Percomorphi
    --1 has members: cusk-eel

Definitions from the Web

Family Ophidiidae

The family Ophidiidae is a group of marine fishes commonly known as cusk-eels. They belong to the order Ophidiiformes and are characterized by their slender elongated bodies and large heads. The family includes around 300 species that can be found in oceans all around the world.

Usage & Senses

1. Popular Sense:

In everyday language, the term "family Ophidiidae" is often used to refer to the group of fishes known as cusk-eels. These fishes are widely known for their unique appearance and are of interest to both hobbyist and scientific communities.

Sample Sentence:

My cousin is an avid fish collector, and he recently added a beautiful cusk-eel from the family Ophidiidae to his aquarium.

2. Local Sense:

In some local communities, particularly those with a fishing or coastal background, the term "family Ophidiidae" may be used to refer to specific species of cusk-eels that are native to their region.

Sample Sentence:

The family Ophidiidae found in the coastal waters of Hokkaido, Japan, has unique coloration, which makes it a popular target for local fishermen.

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