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Parrotfish
Parrotfish refers to a group of tropical marine fish known for their vibrant colors and beak-like mouths. They belong to the family Scaridae and are widely recognized for their ability to change sex as they grow.
Definitions
- Noun: A brightly colored tropical fish with a beak-like mouth and ability to change sex as it matures, found in coral reefs.
- Noun: A person who mindlessly repeats or imitates others without understanding the meaning behind it.
Sample Sentences
Sense 1:
- The parrotfish gracefully swims among the coral reefs, displaying its vibrant hues.
- Scientists have observed parrotfish changing their sex from female to male as they grow and age.
- With its beak, the parrotfish scrapes algae off coral, helping to keep the reef healthy.
Sense 2:
- Jessica's parrot-like behavior in class made it clear that she was merely a parrotfish.
- Don't be a parrotfish, make sure you understand the principles behind the words you repeat.
- He mindlessly parroted his friend's opinion without considering whether it made any sense.
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