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Topic: Animals

uropod

IPA: /ˈjʊrəpɒd/

KK: /ˈjʊrəˌpɒd/

noun

Definition: A type of appendage found on the abdomen of certain crustaceans, like lobsters and shrimp, that helps with movement and swimming.

Example: The uropod of the shrimp helps it to swim quickly through the water.

uropodal

IPA: /ˌjʊəˈrɒpədəl/

KK: /juˈropədəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific part of an animal's body, particularly the uropod, which is a structure found in some crustaceans and other organisms.

Example: The uropodal structure helps the shrimp to swim efficiently in the water.

uropygium

IPA: /juːˈroʊpɪdʒiəm/

KK: /juˈroʊpɪdʒiəm/

noun

Definition: The fleshy and bony part at the back end of a bird's body that holds the tail feathers.

Example: The uropygium is an important part of a bird's anatomy, as it supports the tail feathers.

ursa

IPA: /ˈɜːrsə/

KK: /ˈɜr sə/

noun

Definition: A term used to refer to either of the two constellations named after bears, Ursa Major and Ursa Minor.

Example: In the night sky, you can find Ursa Major, which contains the Big Dipper.

ursid

IPA: /ˈɜːrsɪd/

KK: /ˈɜr.sɪd/

noun

Definition: A member of the bear family, which includes various species of bears.

Example: The grizzly bear is an example of an ursid found in North America.

ursiform

IPA: /ˈɜːrsɪfɔːrm/

KK: /ˈɜr.sɪ.fɔrm/

adjective

Definition: Having the shape or form of a bear.

Example: The ancient sculpture was described as ursiform due to its bear-like appearance.

ursine

IPA: /ˈɜːrsaɪn/

KK: /ˈɜrˌsaɪn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling bears.

Example: The ursine features of the animal made it easy to identify as a bear.

urus

IPA: /ˈjʊrəs/

KK: /ˈjʊrəs/

noun

Definition: A large, extinct wild ox that lived in Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia, and is thought to be the ancestor of modern cattle.

Example: The urus was once a powerful animal that roamed the forests of Europe.

vagility

IPA: /vəˈdʒɪlɪti/

KK: /vəˈdʒɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of an organism or species to move around or spread in its environment.

Example: The vagility of certain bird species allows them to migrate long distances each year.

vampier

IPA: /ˈvæm.pɪər/

KK: /ˈvæmpɪər/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or resembling a vampire, often used to describe something that has characteristics associated with vampires, such as being alluring yet dangerous.

Example: The movie featured a vampier character who captivated the audience with her charm and mystery.

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