naticoid

Meanings

• noun

  A type of small, deep-water shark belonging to the Squalus genus.

  - "The naticoid shark is also known as the shortnose shark."
  - "The naticoid's coloration helps it blend in with the sandy ocean floor."

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Variants

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notice , noticed , noticer , noticers , notices , noticing , get noticed , get (someone) noticed , get someone noticed

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'naticus' meaning 'native' or 'inhabitant' and the Greek word 'oides' meaning 'like'.

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Trivia

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1. The naticoid shark's short snout helps it burrow into the sand to ambush its prey.

2. The naticoid is the official state saltwater fish of South Carolina.

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Related Concepts

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1. Squalus: Genus of sharks that includes the naticoid shark.

2. Elasmobranch: Class of cartilaginous fish that includes sharks and rays.

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Culture

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In Greek mythology, the Nereids were sea goddesses, and the naticoid shark was believed to be sacred to them.

How to Memorize "naticoid"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, deep-water shark with a short snout and sandy coloration.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'naticoid' with the image of a shortnose shark.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'naticoid' as 'native shark'.

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