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Euryale

Euryale

9.9
A sea animal with many long branched arms that catches food from the water
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The delicate arms of Euryale allow it to catch plankton drifting in the current.

Examples

  • Scientists discovered a new species within the Euryale genus in deep sea expeditions.

  • Euryale are distinguished from other brittle stars by their extensively branched arms.

  • The Euryale is fascinating to study.

  • Did you know that Euryale can regenerate its arms?

  • The Euryale is known for its unique ability to regenerate lost arms, making it a subject of interest for marine biologists.

  • During the research trip, the team identified several species of Euryale inhabiting the underwater reefs.

  • The flexible arms of the Euryale dance gracefully through the water as they trap tiny organisms.

Synonyms

genus Euryale
vsEuryale
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of sea animals called basket stars that have branched, flexible arms

is the name form without the rank word

Compounds

genus Euryale
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of sea animals called basket stars that have branched, flexible arms

Surface Forms

Euryale singular
Euryales plural

Etymology

Euryale comes from Greek, with the part eury- meaning 'broad' or 'wide'. Think of the basket star's many long, branching arms spreading out like a wide net to catch food, which is why scientists used this name.