spirula

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Noun spirula has 1 sense

spirula, Spirula peronii - a small tropical cephalopod of the genus Spirula having prominent eyes and short arms and a many-chambered shell coiled in a flat spiral
--₁ is a kind of decapod
--₁ is a member of genus Spirula

Definitions from the Web

Spirula

Description:

Spirula is a type of deep-sea squid species characterized by its unique spiral-shaped internal shell.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A deep-sea squid with a coiled internal shell.

Example sentence: The spirula inhabits the dark depths of the ocean.
Sense 2:

The internal shell of a spirula.

Example sentence: The spirula's shell is a beautiful example of natural architecture.

Usages:

Scientists study the biology of spirulas to understand their unique properties.
The spirula's delicate shell is often sought after as a collectible item.
Due to its distinct features, spirulas are frequently represented in various forms of marine artwork.

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