amphioxus
noun /,æmfi'ɑksəs/
- Definition
- small translucent lancet-shaped burrowing marine animal; primitive forerunner of the vertebrates
- Example
- 'amphioxus' can be found in many classic books.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Vowels
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Length
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