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Acipenseridae

Description:

Acipenseridae is a family of fish commonly known as sturgeons. They are large fish found in both marine and freshwater habitats. Sturgeons are known for their elongated bodies, bony plates or scutes, and long snouts.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1 - Noun:

• The Acipenseridae family includes various species of sturgeons.
• Sturgeons from the Acipenseridae family are known for their valuable roe, which is used to make caviar.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

• Acipenseridae sturgeons can grow to be several meters in length.
• The Acipenseridae species is known for their distinctive, scaly appearance.

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