BICHIRS

Noun

bichirs

plural of bichir

Source: Wiktionary


BICHIR

Bi*chir", n. Etym: [Native name.] (Zoöl.)

Definition: A remarkable ganoid fish (Polypterus bichir) found in the Nile and other African rivers. See Brachioganoidei.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 May 2025

THOUGHTFULLY

(adverb) showing consideration and thoughtfulness; “he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share”


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Raw coffee beans, soaked in water and spices, are chewed like candy in many parts of Africa.

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