gobiidae

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Noun gobiidae has 1 sense

Gobiidae, family Gobiidae - gobies
--₁ is a kind of fish family
--₁ is a member of
Perciformes, order Perciformes, Percomorphi, order Percomorphi
--₁ has members: goby, gudgeon; Periophthalmus, genus Periophthalmus

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Gobiidae

Gobiidae is a family of small, bottom-dwelling fish known as gobies. They belong to the order Perciformes and are commonly found in both marine and freshwater environments.

Sense 1

Noun

A type of small fish belonging to the Gobiidae family.

Example sentence 1: The gobiidae darted in and out of the coral reef, seeking shelter from predators.
Example sentence 2: The aquarium houses a diverse collection of gobiidae from different regions of the world.

Sense 2

Noun

The family Gobiidae as a taxonomic classification.

Example sentence 1: The taxonomist conducted extensive research on the Gobiidae to understand its evolutionary history.
Example sentence 2: Gobiidae is known for its high species diversity and intricate ecological relationships.

Sense 3

Adjective

Referring to something popular or local.

Example sentence 1: The café serves gobiidae dishes, which have become a favorite among locals.
Example sentence 2: The souvenir shop sells gobiidae handicrafts that showcase the artistic traditions of the region.