Nephrops (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Nephropsidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Nephrops norvegicus, a species of nephrops, is commonly known as the Norway lobster or Dublin Bay prawn.
- The nephrops found in the North Sea are highly prized for their flavor and texture.
- Nephrops are a type of clawed lobster that are widely distributed across the world's oceans.
- Commercial nephrops fisheries are regulated by the European Union to prevent overfishing.
- Research on nephrops has helped scientists to better understand the complex ecosystems of deep-sea environments.