Labroid: meaning, definitions and examples

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labroid

 

[ หˆlรฆbrษ”ษชd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fish family

Labroid refers to a family of fishes known as Labridae, commonly called wrasses. These fishes are characterized by their elongated bodies, distinct coloration, and often complex social behaviors. Labrids are predominantly found in warm seas and are known for their ability to change sex and their role in coral reef ecosystems.

Synonyms

labrid, wrasse

Examples of usage

  • The labroid species are often found among the coral reefs.
  • Divers are fascinated by the vibrant colors of labroid fishes.
  • Labroids play a critical role in the health of marine ecosystems.
  • Many labroid fishes are popular in aquariums due to their beauty.

Translations

Translations of the word "labroid" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น labroide

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅˆเคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‰เค‡เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ labroid

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะฑั€ะพั—ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒ–ใƒญใ‚คใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท labroรฏde

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ labroide

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋žฉ๋กœ์ด๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุงุจุฑูˆูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ labroid

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ labroid

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹‰ๅธƒ็ฝ—ไผŠๅพท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะฑั€ะพะธะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ labroid

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ labroide

Word origin

The term 'labroid' derives from the Latin word 'labra', meaning 'lips', combined with the Greek suffix '-oid', which means 'resembling' or 'like'. This classification reflects distinct characteristics seen in the family, particularly the shape and size of the mouth, which is adapted for their feeding habits. The Labridae family includes a diverse range of species, many of which exhibit unique behaviors and adaptations, making them a subject of interest in marine biology. Over time, the study of labroids has expanded to include their ecological roles, interactions with other marine life, and their significance in commercial fishing and aquaculture.