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Malacostracan Crustacean.
Malacostracan Crustacean - as a noun
A major subclass of crustaceans
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Example Sentences
"The malacostracan crustacean scuttled across the ocean floor."
"Scientists study the anatomy of malacostracan crustaceans to better understand their evolutionary history."
"The malacostracan crustacean molts its exoskeleton periodically as it grows."
"A malacostracan crustacean, such as a crab or lobster, typically has ten legs."
"Fishermen often catch malacostracan crustaceans in their nets along with other marine species."
