What is another word for anodonta?

Pronunciation: [ˈanədˌɒntə] (IPA)

Anodonta is a word that describes a genus of freshwater mussels found in North America and Europe. These mussels are bivalves that usually inhabit lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers. They are filter feeders that can grow up to 4 inches in length. If you're looking for synonyms for "anodonta," you might consider the terms "fingernail clam," "pond mussel," or "river mussel." Other similar words might include "unionid," "hydranencephaly," or "unio." Regardless of the term used, these mussels play an important ecological role in maintaining the health of freshwater habitats, and they serve as a food source for many species of fish and waterfowl.

Synonyms for Anodonta:

What are the hypernyms for Anodonta?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Anodonta?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Anodonta?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

What are the meronyms for Anodonta?

Meronyms are words that refer to a part of something, where the whole is denoted by another word.
  • meronyms for anodonta (as nouns)

    • animal
      thin-shelled mussel.

Usage examples for Anodonta

The number of land- plants, the character of the fishes, and the fact that the only shell yet discovered belongs to the genus anodonta, must be allowed to lend no small countenance to this opinion.
"The Student's Elements of Geology"
Sir Charles Lyell
Kiltorkan, yellow sandstone of, with anodonta.
"The Student's Elements of Geology"
Sir Charles Lyell
The dredging yielded a great number of anodonta, large Paludina, and some small shells.
"The Voyage of the Vega round Asia and Europe, Volume I and Volume II"
A.E. Nordenskieold

Related words: anodonta maxima, anodonta picta, anodonta acuminata, anodonta grandis, anodonta revoluta, anodonta undulata

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