Zoological Concepts

noun the scientific study of living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environment

• The study of living organisms is known as biology.
• I have a biology test tomorrow, so I need to study tonight.
• Biology is so boring, I can't stand it.
• Understanding human behavior can be like delving into the biology of the mind.

noun the decaying flesh of dead animals

adjective relating to or feeding on dead flesh

• Vultures are often seen feasting on carrion in the wild.
• The smell of carrion was overwhelming near the old barn.
• I ain't going near that pile of carrion, it's gross!
• The decaying relationship was like carrion slowly poisoning their love.

noun an opening in a surface, especially the deck of a ship or the roof of a building, for access or ventilation

verb to emerge from an egg, or to cause an egg to break open and a young animal to come out

• The eggs in the nest will soon hatch into baby birds.
• I can't wait for the eggs to hatch so we can see the baby chicks!
• Let's hatch a plan to sneak into the party tonight.
• The idea began to hatch in his mind as he thought about how to solve the problem.

adjective relating to or belonging to a large group of flies characterized by the absence of a calypter (a membranous lobe covering the halteres)

• The acalyptrate flies lack the calypter, a small lobe at the base of the wing.
• I learned about acalyptrate flies in my biology class.
• Those acalyptrate bugs are so annoying!
• Her mind was like an acalyptrate fly, buzzing around without direction.

adjective a term used to describe someone who is eager to acquire or possess things, especially in a greedy or selfish manner

• The achetous behavior of the customer was evident in their constant haggling over prices.
• She's so achetous when it comes to shopping, always looking for the best deals.
• I can't stand going shopping with him, he's so achetous it's annoying.
• His achetous attitude towards life prevents him from truly enjoying the simple pleasures.

noun a type of marine invertebrate that belongs to the class Actinobranchia

• The actinobranch is a type of marine invertebrate known for its branching arms.
• I saw a cool actinobranch while snorkeling yesterday.
• Check out that funky actinobranch over there!
• Her ideas spread out like the arms of an actinobranch, reaching into every corner of the discussion.

adjective describing a flower that can be divided into symmetrical halves in multiple ways, typically having radial symmetry

• The actinomorphic flowers have radial symmetry, with multiple equal parts arranged around a central point.
• Those actinomorphic flowers look like they have the same number of petals all around.
• Check out those actinomorphic blooms, they're so perfectly balanced!
• The actinomorphic layout of the garden creates a harmonious and balanced aesthetic.

noun a taxonomic term used to describe a group of organisms with sharp or pointed structures, such as spines or thorns

• The aculeata plant is known for its sharp thorns and small white flowers.
• Watch out for the aculeata bush, it's prickly!
• That aculeata shrub is a real pain if you accidentally brush against it.
• Her words were like aculeata thorns, piercing through his heart.