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Architeuthis

Architeuthis

9.9
A very large deep ocean squid that can reach up to 18 metres long
  • proper noun
  • /ˌɑrkɪˈtuːθɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Architeuthis
  • This lake has both the depth and the average temperature to provide a suitable habitat for an Architeuthis.
  • Architeuthis dux
  • Architeuthis, the giant squid

Examples

  • Why, it's the Architeuthis, commonly known as the giant squid.

    Rugrats Go Wild (2003)

  • Every form of life that ever was had its day and died, even old Architeuthis.

    Fiction book (1998)

  • The story was sad, for the world of Architeuthis was long gone.

    Fiction book (1998)

  • Architeuthis I saw it take my father right out of the boat.

    Eye of the Beast (2007)

  • The Architeuthis is a fascinating creature known for its enormous size, reaching lengths of up to 18 meters.

  • Marine biologists are studying the Architeuthis to understand its behavior in deep-ocean environments.

  • Reports from fishermen often mention sightings of the Architeuthis, highlighting its elusive nature in the ocean.

Surface Forms

Architeuthis main

Etymology

Architeuthis comes from the Greek parts archi- and teuthis, where archi- means 'chief' or 'great' and teuthis means 'squid'. So Architeuthis literally means 'great squid', which helps explain its name for the very large, deep-sea squid.