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Genus Dicamptodon

Definition: Genus Dicamptodon refers to a genus of large, aquatic salamanders belonging to the family Ambystomatidae. They are commonly known as Pacific giant salamanders.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A taxonomic category that groups together several related species of salamanders under the genus Dicamptodon.

Sample Sentence: The genus Dicamptodon includes three identified species, namely D. ensatus, D. copei, and D. tenebrosus.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: An individual species of salamander belonging to the genus Dicamptodon.

Sample Sentence: The Dicamptodon tenebrosus or Coastal Giant Salamander is a unique species within the genus Dicamptodon.

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Usage 1:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to or characteristic of the genus Dicamptodon.

Sample Sentence: The dicamptodon salamanders are well-known for their large size and distinct aquatic lifestyle.

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