LOPHOBRANCHIATE

Definition

LOPHOBRANCHIATE Lophobranchiate: having gill filaments arranged in tufts or comb-like structures, typically found in certain marine animals like seahorses and pipefish. Derived forms: - Lophobranchiates (plural) - Lophobranchiating (present participle) - Lophobranchiated (past participle) - Lophobranchiater (agent noun) - Lophobranchiatest (superlative) - L

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Noun
• Word Length: 15 letters
• Pronunciation: The word is pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word LOPHOBRANCHIATE can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.

Learning Tip

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Usage

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