sea squirt

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Noun sea squirt has 1 sense

sea squirt - ascidian that can contract its body and eject streams of water
--₁ is a kind of ascidian

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Sea Squirt

Definition:

A sea squirt refers to any of various marine invertebrates belonging to the class Ascidiacea. These small, soft-bodied animals are filter feeders, permanently attached to surfaces on rocks, shells, or even other animals. They are characterized by a sac-like appearance and belong to the phylum Chordata.

Sense 1:

Noun: A sea squirt, also known as ascidian, is a marine animal that typically resembles a sac or vase with two siphons, through which water is drawn in and expelled.

Examples:

The sea squirt is an interesting creature found in coastal areas.
Many sea squirts have vibrant colors, making them visually appealing.
The sea squirt filters water to extract food particles.

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Sense 2:

Verb (Transitive): To sea squirt means to squirt or expel water, particularly in a forceful manner.

Examples:

The child playfully sea squirts water from their toy during bath time.
The water gun allows you to sea squirt water at a distance.