Biology Classification

noun a mythical creature resembling a small human being, often portrayed as possessing magical powers

• The dwarf star is much smaller and cooler than other types of stars.
• I saw a group of dwarfs performing at the circus last night.
• That guy is such a dwarf, always trying to act tough.
• Her achievements dwarf those of her competitors in the industry.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'pure' describes a noun by indicating that it is free from anything that might spoil or diminish its quality.

• The scientist conducted a series of tests to ensure the purity of the sample.
• I prefer using pure ingredients when I cook.
• That movie was pure awesome!
• Her love for him was pure and unconditional.

noun the quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other or around an axis

• The scientist studied the symmetry of the crystal structure.
• The artist loves using symmetry in her paintings.
• Dude, that skateboard trick had perfect symmetry!
• There is a beautiful symmetry in the way the seasons change.

noun a group of organisms believed to have evolved from a common ancestor, according to the principles of cladistics

• The clade of mammals includes all animals that descended from a common ancestor that was also a mammal.
• I learned in biology class that a clade is like a family tree for animals.
• Dude, did you know that all these cool animals are part of the same clade?
• In the world of music, the clade of rock bands from the 80s continues to influence modern artists.

noun a taxonomic group within the order Diptera, consisting of flies that lack a calypter (a membranous flap) on the hind wing

• The acalyptratae are a subcategory of flies that lack a calypter, or a small lobe at the base of the wing.
• I just learned about this group of flies called acalyptratae that don't have those little lobes on their wings.
• Those acalyptratae flies are like the rebels of the fly world, refusing to conform with calypters.
• Sometimes I feel like an acalyptratae in a world full of calypterae, standing out for being different.

noun a small pore or opening in a plant or animal, especially in a spiny structure

• The acanthopore is a specific structure found in certain types of marine organisms.
• I learned about the acanthopore in my marine biology class.
• Check out the cool acanthopore on this sea creature!
• The acanthopore of knowledge is always expanding in the field of marine biology.

noun Acanthosoma is a noun referring to a genus of shield bugs in the family Acanthosomatidae.

• The acanthosoma is a genus of shield bugs known for their distinctive spiny appearance.
• Have you ever seen those cool-looking acanthosoma bugs with the spikes on their backs?
• Check out those badass acanthosoma bugs with the spikes!
• Her personality was like an acanthosoma - prickly on the outside but soft on the inside.

noun a taxonomic genus within the family Acanthosomatidae

• Acanthosomas are a type of shield bug known for their distinctive spiny appearance.
• I saw some acanthosomas crawling on the leaves in the garden.
• Those acanthosomas look pretty cool with all their spikes.
• The acanthosomas stood out in the field like little armored warriors.

noun a type of marine animal belonging to the phylum Cnidaria, which includes jellyfish and corals

• The acnida genus is known for its unique reproductive cycle.
• I heard that acnida plants are really hard to take care of.
• Those acnida flowers are super cool, I want some for my garden.
• The acnida of creativity bloomed within her, inspiring a new project.

noun a genus of butterflies in the family Nymphalidae

adjective describing something related to the genus Acrocera

• The acrocera are a genus of small flies known for their distinctive wing markings.
• I saw an interesting acrocera fly in the garden today.
• Check out that funky acrocera buzzing around.
• Her mind was like an acrocera, flitting from one idea to the next without settling.