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branchiate

/ˈbræŋkiət/

/ˈbræŋkiˌeɪt/

branchiatenoun

branchiates

/ˈbræŋ.kɪ.eɪt/

/ˈbræn.ki.eɪt/

Used in zoology for any creature that possesses gills; rare

Definitions

An organism that has gills or gill-like respiratory organs.

Among Paleozoic fossils are many branchiates that lived in shallow seas.

Synonyms

gill-bearing animal

gill-breathed organism

gill-breathing animal

branchiateadjective

more branchiate

Comp.

most branchiate

Super.

/ˈbræŋkiət/

/ˈbræŋkiˌeɪt/

Translations

The branchiate creatures in the aquarium are fascinating to watch.

Жаберные существа в аквариуме завораживают.

Definitions

Having gills or gill-like structures.

The branchiate amphibians are well-adapted to aquatic environments.

Synonyms