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Brittle Star

A brittle star is a marine invertebrate belonging to the class Ophiuroidea. It has a central disc with long, slender arms that are usually highly flexible and easily broken, hence the name "brittle star."

Definitions:

1. A marine invertebrate belonging to the class Ophiuroidea, typically having a central disc and slender, fragile arms.
2. A small, brittle sea star with a delicate and easily breakable body.

Sample Sentences:

• The brittle star is often found in shallow waters along the seafloor.
• Brittle stars use their long, flexible arms to capture and bring food to their mouths.
• When threatened, a brittle star can shed its arms as a defense mechanism.
• The delicate nature of brittle stars makes them vulnerable to predation.
• Scientists have identified over 2,000 species of brittle stars worldwide.

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