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Zonary

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or resembling a zone or belt

Usage: The zonary markings on the bird's feathers are distinct and eye-catching.

Sample Sentence: The rings on the tree trunk create a zonary pattern.

Sense 2: Enclosing or surrounded by a belt or band

Usage: The zonary shape of the fortress provides extra protection.

Sample Sentence: The zonary shield surrounded the knight's torso completely.

Sense 3: Relating to a type of cleavage in eggs where the yolk is evenly distributed in the cytoplasm

Usage: Zonary cleavage is common in eggs of certain amphibians and reptiles.

Sample Sentence: The zonary distribution of the yolk ensures equal nourishment of the developing embryo.

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