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genus pagurus

 

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Noun genus pagurus has 1 sense
  1. Pagurus, genus Pagurus - type genus of the family Paguridae
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Paguridae, family Paguridae
    --1 has members: hermit crab

Definitions from the Web

Term: genus pagurus

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition 1: A genus of decapod crustaceans, commonly known as the hermit crabs.

Sample Sentence 1: I found an interesting species from the genus Pagurus while exploring the tide pools.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition 2: A group of related hermit crab species within the family Paguridae.

Sample Sentence 2: Scientists have identified several new species within the genus Pagurus.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to or characteristic of the genus Pagurus.

Sample Sentence: These fascinating creatures exhibit genus Pagurus behaviors, such as using empty shells as protective covering.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A taxonomic category ranking below family, consisting of related hermit crab species within the order Decapoda.

Sample Sentence: Genus Pagurus contains a diverse range of hermit crabs found in various oceanic regions.

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