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Polypus

Noun

1. A medical term for a (usually benign) growth or tumor that develops from the lining of a mucous membrane, typically in the nose, throat, or intestines.

Example sentence: The doctor diagnosed the patient with nasal polypi that needed surgical removal.

2. (zoology) A type of marine animal characterized by a cylindrical body and tentacles surrounding the mouth, typically living in colonies and often forming coral reefs.

Example sentence: The Great Barrier Reef is home to a rich diversity of polypuses.

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