What does MYSID mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. Any of various small, shrimplike crustaceans of the order Mysidacea, found in both salt and fresh water.

2. A small, translucent shrimp-like creature that is often used as bait in fishing.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈmaɪsɪd/

UK: /ˈmɪsɪd/

Origin and Usage

The word "mysid" is derived from the Greek word "musis", meaning "a shutting of the eyes". It was first used in the mid-19th century to describe a group of small, shrimp-like crustaceans.

Mysids are often used as bait in fishing, and they are also important members of the aquatic food chain.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

Crustaceans, Shrimp, Prawn, Krill, Lobster

Example Sentences

1. The mysid is a small, translucent shrimp-like creature that is often used as bait in fishing.
2. Mysids are important members of the aquatic food chain, serving as a food source for many larger animals.
3. Scientists are studying the behavior of mysids in order to better understand their role in the ecosystem.