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ganoid

2 entries found.

Main Entry:
1gan·oid 
          Listen to the pronunciation of 1ganoid
Pronunciation:
\ˈga-ˌnid\
Function:
adjective
Etymology:
ultimately from Greek ganos brightness; akin to Greek gēthein to rejoice — more at joy
Date:
circa 1847
: of, having, or being fish scales consisting of bone and an outer shiny layer resembling enamel ; also : relating to or being fish with ganoid scales


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