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hippocampus

hippocampus

8.2
A small sea fish with a head like a horse and a curled tail
  • noun
  • /ˌhɪpəˈkæmpəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : caballito de mar
  • The coral reef is home to several species of hippocampus.

Examples

  • The hippocampus is a fascinating creature found in warm waters.

  • Did you know that the hippocampus can change color?

  • Many aquariums feature the unique marine creature known as the hippocampus.

  • Researchers observed the hippocampus blending into the sea grass as a form of camouflage.

  • The hippocampus is known for its unique shape and is often found in warm shallow waters.

  • Researchers studied the hippocampus to learn more about its behavior in various marine environments.

  • Diving enthusiasts are fascinated by the hippocampus because of its interesting appearance and rarity.

Synonyms

seahorse
vshippocampus
9 2.4

A small sea fish with a head like a horse and a curled tail that swims upright

is the scientific genus name rather than the everyday common name
sea horse
vshippocampus
2 2.5

A small sea fish with a head like a horse that swims upright and has a curled tail

is the scientific genus name rather than the everyday spaced or joined form

Surface Forms

hippocampus singular
hippocampuses plural
hippocampi plural

Morphology

hippocampus = hippo + campus

A learned compound of classical Greek roots (hippo- + -kampos) whose elements are not productive English morphemes for typical learners, so the meaning 'seahorse' is not deducible from English knowledge of the parts.

Etymology

Hippocampus comes from the Greek parts hippo 'horse' and kampos 'sea monster', so it literally means 'seahorse'. The name fits the small marine fish with a horse-like head and a curled tail.