Sagitta (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Any arrowworm of the genus Sagitta.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

• The sagitta is a type of marine worm that is characterized by its long, slender body and sharp teeth.
• Sagitta is a genus of arrowworms that are found in oceans around the world, from the surface to depths of over 4,000 meters.
• The sagitta uses its sharp teeth to capture small prey, such as plankton and other tiny organisms.
• Sagitta is a key component of the marine food chain, serving as a food source for many larger animals, including fish and birds.
• In some parts of the world, sagitta are considered a delicacy and are harvested for human consumption.

Hypernyms

• Chaetognath

Meaning ²

A small constellation in the northern hemisphere between Cygnus and Aquila and crossed by the Milky Way.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).