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Nautilus (Noun)

Meaning 1

A submarine that is propelled by nuclear power.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Nuclear-powered Submarine
  • Nuclear Submarine

Hypernyms

  • Sub
  • U-boat
  • Pigboat

Meaning 2

Cephalopod of the Indian and Pacific oceans having a spiral shell with pale pearly partitions.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The nautilus shell is prized for its delicate, swirling pattern and is often used in jewelry and decorative arrangements.
  • The nautilus is a deep-sea cephalopod that can be found in the warm waters of the Indian and Pacific oceans.
  • In ancient times, the nautilus shell was believed to have magical properties and was highly valued for its beauty.
  • The nautilus is a relatively large cephalopod, with some species reaching a shell diameter of up to 25 centimeters.
  • The nautilus shell is divided into many chambers, with the occupant's body in the largest chamber and the others providing buoyancy and support.

Synonyms

  • Pearly Nautilus
  • Chambered Nautilus

Hypernyms

  • Cephalopod Mollusk
  • Cephalopod

Meaning 3

Cephalopod mollusk of warm seas whose females have delicate papery spiral shells.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Synonyms

  • Paper Nautilus
  • Argonaut
  • Argonauta Argo

Hypernyms

  • Octopod
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