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order cestida

 

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Noun order cestida has 1 sense
  1. Cestida, order Cestida - ctenophore having short tentacles; one family
    --1 is a kind of animal order
    --1 is a member of Tentaculata, class Tentaculata
    --1 has members: Cestidae, family Cestidae

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Term: Order Cestida


Definition:

The Order Cestida is a taxonomic group that includes a type of jellyfish known as comb jellies. They are marine invertebrates characterized by planktonic and gelatinous bodies.

Sense 1 - Popular:

Noun:

A type of jellyfish belonging to the Order Cestida. These comb jellies have a transparent, ribbon-like body with cilia that helps them move through water.

Example Sentence:

The tour guide pointed out a mesmerizing order cestida swimming gracefully in the ocean.

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Sense 2 - Local:

Noun:

A taxonomic classification given to certain organisms found in a specific local region, referring to the Order Cestida.

Example Sentence:

Scientists discovered a unique species of comb jellyfish in the local waters, which was classified under the order cestida.

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