sea slug

/'si:,kju:kəmbə/ Cách viết khác : (sea_gherkin) /'si:'gə:kin/ (sea_slug) /'si:'slʌg/

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Word: Sea Slug

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A sea slug is a type of sea creature that belongs to a group of animals called gastropods. Unlike many other sea creatures, sea slugs do not have a hard outer shell. They are often beautifully colored and can be found in oceans around the world.

Usage Instructions:

When using the term "sea slug," you can refer to it in both scientific contexts (like biology or marine studies) and casual conversations when talking about ocean life.

Example Sentence:

• "While snorkeling, I saw a bright blue sea slug gliding along the coral reef."

Advanced Usage:

In scientific discussions, you might hear terms like "nudibranch," which is a more specific name for many types of sea slugs. In ecological studies, sea slugs can be discussed in terms of their roles in marine ecosystems, such as their diets and habitats.

Word Variants:

• Nudibranch: This is a more specific term that refers to certain types of sea slugs that are often colorful and have unique forms.
• Gastropod: This is a broader category that includes all slugs and snails, both land and sea.

Different Meanings:

• In a non-literal sense, "slug" can also mean to move slowly or to be inactive. For example, "He slugged through his homework all night." However, this meaning is different from the marine animal.

Synonyms:

• Nudibranch (a specific type of sea slug)
• Marine snail (although this can refer to creatures with shells)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "sea slug," you might use phrases like "slugging it out," which means to fight or struggle through a difficult situation, but this does not relate to sea slugs.

Summary:

A sea slug is a colorful, shell-less creature found in the ocean, known for its unique shapes and patterns.

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Noun

1. any of various marine gastropods of the suborder Nudibranchia having a shell-less and often beautifully colored body

Synonyms

• nudibranch