taeniosomi Meaning, Definition & Usage

Tæ`ni*o*so"mi noun plural (Also<

• Taeniosomi
• Tæniosomi

)

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. ribbon + body.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) An order of fishes remarkable for their long and compressed form. The ribbon fishes are examples. See Ribbon fish, under Ribbon.