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Zeomorphi

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Definition of Zeomorphi

: a small order of marine bony fishes that in some respects are intermediate between the Berycomorphi and Percomorphi and that include the John Dorys and a few related forms

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History and Etymology for Zeomorphi

New Latin, from zeo- (from Zeus) + -morphi

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“Zeomorphi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Zeomorphi. Accessed 26 Oct. 2021.

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