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Noun pectinidae has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebPectinidaePectinidae is a family of bivalve mollusks, commonly known as scallops. They are found in oceans throughout the world, and primarily belong to marine environments. DefinitionNoun: A family of bivalve mollusks belonging to the order Pectinoida, characterized by having two symmetrical shells and a central adductor muscle used for swimming. Senses and Usages1. The term "pectinidae" generally refers to the taxonomic classification of scallops in the animal kingdom. Example sentence: The pectinidae family includes several commercially important species of scallops. 2. Pectinidae can also be used to describe a dish or product made from scallops. Example sentence: The chef prepared a delicious pectinidae dish with seared scallops and a citrus glaze. Related Products on AmazonExplore a variety of scallop-related products on Amazon: | ||||||
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