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nephrops

/ˈnɛf.rɒps/

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noun

/ˈnɛf.rɒps/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод ракообразных из семейства Nephropsidae, широко известный как норвежский омар или дублинская креветка.

A genus of crustaceans within the family Nephropsidae, commonly known as the Norway lobster or Dublin Bay prawn.

proper noun

  1. Genus of lobstersC2formalscientific

    A genus of decapod crustaceans in the family Nephropidae, commonly known as Norway lobsters or langoustines.

    ruРод омаров

    • Nephrops norvegicus is the only species in the genus Nephrops.
    • The Nephrops genus is commercially important for fisheries.
    • Scientists study Nephrops populations to monitor ocean health.
Forms
  • nephrops plural form
  • nephrops' possessive plural form
  • nephrops's possessive singular form