Definition

A small fish that lives in the ocean, known for its long, tube-like nose, and is found from southern California to Alaska.

Example

The tubenose is often seen swimming in schools near the shore.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the tubenose fish?

No, I haven't! What’s special about it?

It's a small marine fish that lives from California all the way to Alaska.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tubenose → The word is formed from "tube" (from Latin *tubus*, meaning a cylindrical structure) and "nose" (from Old English *nosu*, meaning the projecting part of the face). The term "tubenose" refers to a type of animal, particularly birds, that have a tubular structure in their nostrils.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tube' as a cylindrical shape and 'nose' as the part of the face that projects. This helps you remember that 'tubenose' describes animals with a tubular structure in their nostrils.

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