acanthomeridae
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/əˌkænθoʊˈmɛrɪdiː/
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/əˌkænθəˈmɛrɪdiː/
spiny fish family
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acanthomeridae' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akantha' meaning 'thorn' and 'meros' meaning 'part'.
Historical Evolution
'Acanthomeridae' was directly adopted into scientific Latin from Greek, maintaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the spiny parts of certain fish, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern taxonomy.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a family of marine fish within the order Perciformes, known for their spiny fins.
The acanthomeridae are often found in tropical and subtropical waters.
Last updated: 2025/04/11 02:06