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myxinoidei
 

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Noun myxinoidei has 1 sense
  1. Myxiniformes, suborder Myxiniformes, Hyperotreta, suborder Hyperotreta, Myxinoidei, Myxinoidea, suborder Myxinoidei - hagfishes as distinguished from lampreys
    --1 is a kind of animal order
    --1 is a member of Cyclostomata, order Cyclostomata

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myxinoidei

Description:

Myxinoidei refers to an order of primitive jawless fish found in the class Myxini, commonly known as hagfish. These eel-like marine animals are known for their slime-producing ability and mostly inhabit deep waters.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The myxinoidei, or hagfish, have a unique feeding mechanism where they burrow into carcasses to feed on the soft tissues.
  2. The myxinoidei are the only surviving members of the ancient group of jawless fish.
  3. The slimy secretion of myxinoidei acts as a defense mechanism, making it difficult for predators to hold onto them.

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