What is another word for pristis?

Pronunciation: [pɹˈɪstiz] (IPA)

Pristis is a genus of large, long-nosed sawfish that belongs to the family Pristidae. The word "pristis" comes from the Greek word "pristis" meaning "saw". There are several synonyms for this word including sawshark, sawtooth shark, and carpenter shark. The sawshark is often confused with the sawfish because of its similar appearance. However, the sawshark belongs to a different family and has shorter snouts compared to the sawfish. The sawtooth shark is another synonym for pristis and belongs to the family Pseudotriakidae. Lastly, the carpenter shark belongs to the family Orectolobidae and is named for its sharp teeth, hence the reference to carpentry.

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What are the hypernyms for Pristis?

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

What are the hyponyms for Pristis?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for pristis (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Pristis?

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

What are the meronyms for Pristis?

Meronyms are words that refer to a part of something, where the whole is denoted by another word.

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