acipenseres
|a-ci-pen-ser-es|
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/ˌæsɪˈpɛnsəriz/
(acipenser)
sturgeon fish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acipenser' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acipenser', where 'aci-' meant 'sharp' and 'penser' meant 'to weigh'.
Historical Evolution
'acipenser' changed from the Latin word 'acipenser' and eventually became the modern English word 'acipenser'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of fish', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of fish known as sturgeons, which are large, bony fish found in both freshwater and saltwater environments.
The acipenseres are known for their roe, which is processed into caviar.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/23 17:21