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Noun genus nephrops has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebGenus NephropsDefinition: Genus Nephrops refers to a taxonomic classification of marine lobsters commonly known as langoustines or Norway lobsters. Sense 1 (Noun, Biology): In biology, genus Nephrops represents a group of crustaceans belonging to the family Nephropidae, consisting of langoustines found primarily in the North Atlantic Ocean. Example Sentence: The genus Nephrops includes species such as Nephrops norvegicus and Nephropsis aculeata. Sense 2 (Noun, Local Usage): In some local regions, particularly Scotland, the term genus Nephrops is used to refer specifically to the edible meat of langoustines consumed as a delicacy. Example Sentence: I had the pleasure of tasting a delicious dish made with genus Nephrops during my visit to a traditional Scottish seafood restaurant. Sense 3 (Noun, Popular Usage): Genus Nephrops can also be used more generally to describe any type of langoustine or Norway lobster found worldwide, whether they belong to the Nephrops genus or not. Example Sentence: We enjoyed a delightful seafood feast, with a variety of genus Nephrops dishes showcasing the flavors of different regions. | ||||
genus neomys genus neophron genus neotoma genus nepa genus nepenthes genus nepeta genus nephelium genus nephrolepis genus nephrops genus nephthytis genus nerita genus neritina genus nerium genus nerodia genus nesokia genus nestor genus neurospora
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