cottus

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Noun cottus has 1 sense

Cottus, genus Cottus - type genus of the Cottidae: sculpins
--₁ is a kind of fish genus
--₁ is a member of Cottidae, family Cottidae
--₁ has members: bullhead; miller's-thumb

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Cottus

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A small, freshwater fish belonging to the genus Cottus, characterized by a rounded body and spiny fins.

Example Sentence: The cottus species are commonly found in rocky streams.

Sense 2:

Definition: A genus of small, benthic fish found in freshwater habitats.

Example Sentence: Cottus serves an important role in aquatic ecosystems as a bottom-dwelling predator.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Related to the cottus genus or the cottus fish.

Example Sentence: I am studying the behavior of cottus species in their natural habitat.