Definition

Relating to a family of fish that includes herrings and sardines.

Example

The clupeoid species are important for both commercial fishing and marine ecosystems.

Conversation

Did you know that some fish are classified as clupeoid?

Really? I didn’t know there was a specific term for them.

Yeah, it mainly refers to fish like herring and sardines.

That's interesting! I guess I need to learn more about marine life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clupeoid is derived from 'Clupea' (the genus name for herring, from Latin 'clupea', meaning herring) and the suffix '-oid' (meaning resembling or like). Thus, 'clupeoid' refers to something that resembles or is related to herring.

Memory Tip

Think of 'Clupea' as the name for herring, and remember that 'clupeoid' means something that looks like or is related to herring.

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