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Murex

Description:

Murex refers to a genus of tropical sea snails in the family Muricidae. These colorful marine gastropods are known for their beautiful shells, which have been prized for centuries for their ornamental and commercial value.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The murex was commonly used in ancient times to produce a vibrant purple dye.
2. The shell of the murex is a popular collector's item.

Adjective:

1. The murex shell exhibited vibrant colors.
2. We observed murex shells along the shoreline during our beach walk.

Verb:

1. She would murex the fabric to achieve a deep purple hue.
2. The ancient civilizations murexed their clothing with extracts from the murex snail.

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