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teredo

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun teredo has 1 sense
  1. teredo - typical shipworm
    --1 is a kind of
    shipworm, teredinid
    --1 is a member of genus Teredo

Definitions from the Web

Teredo

Noun

Definition: A type of marine bivalve mollusk that bores into submerged wooden structures.

Example Sentence: The teredo is known for its ability to penetrate and damage wooden ship hulls.

Noun

Definition: Teredo navalis, a species of shipworm that can tunnel extensively into wooden pilings.

Example Sentence: The teredo navalis is causing damage to the pier, and immediate action is required.

Noun

Definition: A genus of clams in the family Teredinidae.

Example Sentence: The teredo genus includes several species of shipworms found in various coastal waters.

Adjective

Definition: Popular; favored by many.

Example Sentence: The teredo game is a teredo among gamers due to its exciting gameplay and stunning graphics.

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