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Exita mythical creature with the upper body of a human, the lower body of a horse, and the tail of a fish
The ancient sailor spoke of the ichthyocentaur as a guardian of the seas, with its majestic figure often guiding lost ships to safety.
Set 295 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: ichthyocentaur, pandect, nudibranch, antipodes, monomania. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a mythical creature with the upper body of a human, the lower body of a horse, and the tail of a fish
The ancient sailor spoke of the ichthyocentaur as a guardian of the seas, with its majestic figure often guiding lost ships to safety.
a comprehensive summary or complete collection of laws or principles
The legal library boasts a comprehensive pandect of international treaties and laws that can be invaluable for researchers.
a soft-bodied marine gastropod mollusk characterized by its exposed body and often bright coloration
The vibrant colors of the nudibranch attract divers, who are often excited to spot these beautiful creatures in coral reefs.
places or regions that are diametrically opposite to each other on the earth's surface
New Zealand and Spain are antipodes, positioned almost directly opposite each other on the globe.
excessive concentration on a single idea or subject
His monomania regarding the stock market led him to ignore all other aspects of his life.