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Noun holothuroidea has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebHolothuroideaDescription:Holothuroidea, commonly known as sea cucumbers, are marine animals belonging to the phylum Echinodermata. They have a long, cylindrical body, usually covered in soft, leathery skin. With over 1,250 known species, they play various ecological roles in marine ecosystems. Senses:Sense 1 - Noun (Plural: holothuroids):A marine echinoderm of the class Holothuroidea, typically with a soft cylindrical body and tentacles surrounding the mouth. Example sentence: The holothuroids were found at the bottom of the ocean, slowly crawling along the seabed. Sense 2 - Noun (Plural: holothurians):An edible sea cucumber, often with medicinal properties, used in various cuisines around the world. Example sentence: The holothurians are considered a delicacy in some Asian countries, especially in traditional Chinese cuisine. Sense 3 - Adjective:Related to or characteristic of the class Holothuroidea. Example sentence: The holothuroidea species exhibited unique morphological traits in their reproductive organs. Related Products:Sea Cucumbers on Amazon | ||||
holonymy holophonic holophratic holophytic holothuria holothuria edulis holothurian holothuridae holothuroidea holotype holozoic hols holstein-friesian holstein holster holstered holten
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