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osmeridae

/ɒzˈmɛr.ɪ.diː/

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noun

/ɒzˈmɛr.ɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство мелких серебристых рыб, широко известных как корюшки, обитающих в прибрежных и пресноводных средах.

A taxonomic family of small, silvery fish commonly known as smelts, found in coastal and freshwater environments.

proper noun

  1. SmeltsC1formal

    A family of small, silvery fish found in freshwater and coastal waters, known for their distinctive cucumber-like smell.

    ruКорюшковые

    • Osmeridae are often caught for sport and food in northern regions.
    • The rainbow smelt is a well-known species within the Osmeridae family.
    • Fishermen reported a large school of Osmeridae near the river mouth.