ốc anh vũ
Definition
- Noun:
- Chambered nautilus: A marine mollusk of the cephalopod family, characterized by a spiral, pearly-lined shell with multiple chambers. It is a living fossil.
- Nautilus: The common name for this animal, often used in scientific and general contexts.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ốc anh vũ là một loài động vật thân mềm cổ đại. (The chambered nautilus is an ancient mollusk.)
- Vỏ của ốc anh vũ rất đẹp và có ánh ngọc trai. (The shell of the nautilus is very beautiful and has a pearly luster.)
- Chúng tôi nhìn thấy một con ốc anh vũ ở thủy cung. (We saw a nautilus at the aquarium.)
Advanced Usage
- The term "ốc anh vũ" is primarily used in biological, zoological, and sometimes decorative arts contexts due to the creature's distinctive shell.
- It can be referenced in literature or poetry as a symbol of natural beauty, perfection, or antiquity.
Variants and Related Words
- Nautilus: The direct English equivalent and scientific common name.
- Chambered nautilus: The full English name, specifying its multi-chambered shell.
- Nautilidae: The biological family name to which it belongs.
Synonyms
- Nautilus
- Chambered nautilus
- Pearly nautilus
Related Terms
- Hóa thạch sống (Living fossil): A term often associated with the ốc anh vũ, as its form has remained relatively unchanged for millions of years.
- Động vật chân đầu (Cephalopod): The class of mollusks that includes the nautilus, squid, and octopus.