Merlangus
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of fish: "Merlangus" is the scientific genus name for a group of marine fish commonly known as whitings. It is a taxonomic classification used in biology.
Usage Notes
- "Merlangus" is a highly specialized, scientific term. It is almost exclusively used in academic, zoological, or ichthyological (the study of fish) contexts. You will not encounter this word in everyday conversation or general writing.
- As a genus name, it is always capitalized () and is typically italicized in print.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The species was reclassified under the genus Merlangus.
- Researchers studied the population dynamics of Merlangus merlangus in the North Sea.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in binomial nomenclature (the two-part naming system for species). For example, the scientific name for the whiting is , where the first part indicates the genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Merlangus merlangus (n): The specific species within the genus , commonly called the whiting.
- Whiting (n): The common English name for fish of the genus , especially .
Synonyms
- Whiting (common name)
Notes on Different Meanings
- "Merlangus" has a single, precise meaning in scientific taxonomy. It does not have multiple everyday meanings or usages.
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whitings
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