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genus ancylus

 

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Noun genus ancylus has 1 sense
  1. Ancylus, genus Ancylus - type genus of the family Ancylidae: river limpet
    --1 is a kind of mollusk genus
    --1 is a member of Ancylidae, family Ancylidae
    --1 has members: river limpet, freshwater limpet, Ancylus fluviatilis

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Term: Genus Ancylus

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A genus of small freshwater, limpet-like snails commonly found in rivers and lakes.

Sample Sentence 1: The genus Ancylus includes several species of aquatic snails that play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of freshwater ecosystems.

Sample Sentence 2: If you look closely at the riverbed, you may spot a tiny Ancylus snail clinging onto a stone.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to or characteristic of the genus Ancylus.

Sample Sentence 1: The researchers conducted a study to determine the impact of human activities on the overall population of Ancylus snails.

Sample Sentence 2: An important factor in the conservation of river ecosystems is the preservation of the ancylus habitat.

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