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Family Uranoscopidae

Description:

The family Uranoscopidae is a group of marine fishes commonly known as stargazers. They belong to the order Perciformes and can be found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. Stargazers are known for their upward-facing eyes and a large, upward-pointing mouth. They have a venomous spine on their gill covers, which they use for defense.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A family of marine fishes known as stargazers.

Example Sentence: The family Uranoscopidae includes various species of stargazers, such as Dactyloscopus tridigitatus.

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Sense 2:

Noun: Any specific fish belonging to the family Uranoscopidae.

Example Sentence: I saw a beautiful family Uranoscopidae while snorkeling in the Caribbean.

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Sense 3:

Noun: The scientific classification of the family Uranoscopidae.

Example Sentence: The family Uranoscopidae belongs to the order Perciformes.

Sense 4:

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of the family Uranoscopidae.

Example Sentence: The unique physical features of stargazers are typical of the family Uranoscopidae.

Note: The family Uranoscopidae is also commonly referred to as stargazer family.