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Emys

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\ ˈēmə̇s, ˈem- \

Definition of Emys

: a small genus of turtles (family Emydidae) including the common European pond tortoise (E. orbicularis) and a North American tortoise (E. blandingii)

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History and Etymology for Emys

New Latin, from Greek emys freshwater tortoise

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“Emys.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Emys. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.

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