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postlarva
noun
post·larva
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Definition of postlarva
: an immature fish after complete absorption of the yolk sac but before it has attained the appearance of a miniature adult : an advanced fry
post–larval
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Origin and Etymology of postlarva
New Latin, from post- + larva
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