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Definition

plural noun. early life stage of certain marine animals. they are usually small and not yet fully developed.

Example Sentence

The marine biologist studied the development of squid paralarvae.

More Example Sentences

Many fish start as paralarvae before growing.

Synonyms

larvae; young; offspring

Antonyms

adult squid; adult octopus

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