What is the definition of Cycloid fishes? | Dictionary.net

CYCLOID FISHES

\sˈa͡ɪklɔ͡ɪd fˈɪʃɪz], \sˈa‍ɪklɔ‍ɪd fˈɪʃɪz], \s_ˈaɪ_k_l_ɔɪ_d f_ˈɪ_ʃ_ɪ_z]\

Definitions of CYCLOID FISHES

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases

Sort: Oldest first

[Gr., a circle.] An ord. with Agassiz, having C. scales, i.e. formed of concentric layers, not covered with enamel, and with margins not toothed ; e.g. herring, trout.

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
By Henry Percy Smith

Word of the day

hydromorphic

[Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.

View More

Nearby Words