lepisosteus

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Noun lepisosteus has 1 sense

Lepisosteus, genus Lepisosteus - type genus of the Lepisosteidae: freshwater gars
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Lepisosteidae, family Lepisosteidae
--₁ has members: gar, garfish, garpike, billfish, Lepisosteus osseus

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Lepisosteus

Definition:

Lepisosteus refers to a genus of prehistoric fish commonly known as longnose gar. These freshwater fishes have elongated bodies and long, slender jaws with sharp teeth. They are found in rivers, lakes, and swamps in North and Central America.

Usage:

Noun: The lepisosteus is often considered a living fossil due to its ancient lineage.

Adjective: The lepisosteus species exhibit unique adaptations for survival.

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