genus Pollachius
Definition
Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of marine fish: "Genus Pollachius" is the scientific name for a genus within the cod family (Gadidae). It comprises commercially important fish species commonly known as pollock.
Usage
- The term "Genus Pollachius" is used primarily in scientific, biological, and ichthyological contexts to classify and discuss these specific fish.
- It is a formal, taxonomic designation.
Examples
- Scientific Classification: "The Atlantic pollock, , belongs to Genus Pollachius."
- Academic Writing: "A comparative study of the life cycles within Genus Pollachius was published."
- Fisheries Context: "Sustainable management practices for species in Genus Pollachius are crucial for the industry."
Advanced Usage
- The genus name is always capitalized and italicized in scientific writing (e.g., ). When referring to the concept of the genus, it is often not italicized (e.g., "Species within Genus Pollachius...").
Variants and Related Words
- Pollachius (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, used interchangeably in technical contexts.
- Pollock (n): The common name for fish species within this genus, such as the Atlantic pollock () and the satihe or coley ().
- Gadidae (n): The biological family to which Genus Pollachius belongs.
Synonyms
- Pollock genus: A less formal synonym used in some scientific communications.
Different Meanings
- This term has a single, specific meaning in biological taxonomy. It does not have idiomatic or figurative uses.
Noun
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pollack
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