PERCOMORPHI

Perciformes, order Perciformes, Percomorphi, order Percomorphi

(noun) one of the largest natural groups of fishes of both marine and fresh water: true perches; basses; tuna

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Per`co*mor"phi, n. pl. Etym: [NL., fr. L. perca perch + Gr. (Zoöl.)

Definition: A division of fishes including the perches and related kinds.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 December 2024

QUANDONG

(noun) Australian tree having hard white timber and glossy green leaves with white flowers followed by one-seeded glossy blue fruit


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In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.

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