CEFR C2

aulostomus

noun

Meaning

A genus of elongated, tube-mouthed marine fishes commonly known as trumpetfishes.

Examples

The Aulostomus maculatus is frequently found in the tropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Scientists study the Aulostomus genus to understand how these predators use camouflage to ambush their prey.

Synonyms: trumpetfish

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aulostomus (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɔːˈlɒstəməs/

Definition

A genus of elongated, tube-mouthed marine fishes commonly known as trumpetfishes.

Examples

The Aulostomus maculatus is frequently found in the tropical waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
Scientists study the Aulostomus genus to understand how these predators use camouflage to ambush their prey.
Unlike many other reef dwellers, members of the Aulostomus family often remain perfectly still for long periods.

Synonyms of aulostomus

Words with a similar meaning to aulostomus:

trumpetfish

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