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Ostracod

Definition:

An ostracod is a tiny, aquatic crustacean belonging to the class Ostracoda, characterized by a bivalve carapace and abundant in both marine and freshwater environments.

Senses:

1. Noun:

   1. A small, shelled crustacean found in various aquatic habitats.
   2. A member of the class Ostracoda, which includes numerous species of small, bivalved crustaceans.
   3. Aquatic arthropods with a distinct carapace and well-developed appendages.

   Examples:

   • Scientists found ostracods of different species in the freshwater lake.
   • The ostracod population in the river has significantly increased due to the improved water quality.
   • Under the microscope, the detailed structures of ostracods become more apparent.

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