Pronunciation: /ækˌtɪnˌɒptəˈrɪdʒiən/
noun a bony fish of a large group distinguished by their fins, which are supported by rays
A1 An actinopterygian is a type of fish with bony rays in its fins.
A2 Actinopterygians are known for their diverse shapes and sizes.
B1 The actinopterygian species found in this region are particularly colorful.
B2 Scientists study the evolution of actinopterygians to understand their ecological roles.
C1 The fossil record provides valuable insights into the ancient actinopterygian species.
C2 Researchers are conducting genetic studies to unravel the phylogenetic relationships among actinopterygians.
adjective relating to or characteristic of actinopterygians
A1 The actinopterygian fish swam gracefully in the aquarium.
A2 The actinopterygian species is known for its colorful scales.
B1 Scientists study the actinopterygian anatomy to understand their evolutionary history.
B2 The actinopterygian classification includes a diverse range of fish species.
C1 The actinopterygian lineage has evolved over millions of years.
C2 Advanced genetic analysis has revealed new insights into actinopterygian biodiversity.
formal The actinopterygian fishes are characterized by their bony rays in their fins.
informal I learned about actinopterygian fishes in my marine biology class.
slang Those actinopterygian fish are pretty cool to watch at the aquarium.
figurative The actinopterygian nature of the situation became clear as more information was revealed.
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