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polypterus Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

Any of several primitive, elongated freshwater ray-finned fishes native to African river systems and swamps, characterized by a series of distinct dorsal finlets and paired lungs that allow them to breathe atmospheric air.

Usage Example

"The biology department acquired a bichir to demonstrate the anatomical adaptations of early fishes capable of breathing atmospheric oxygen."

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bichir

• Nearby Words

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polymer
polyp
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polystyrene
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Polypterus. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 8, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/polypterus
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