madrepore
ˈmædrəˌpɔːr
Definition

Definition of madrepore - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
reef-buildingTECH.corals forming reefs with calcareous skeletonsTECH.
  • Madrepores are essential for the Great Barrier Reef.
coral
2.
marineTECH.coral of the genus Madrepora or order MadreporariaTECH.
  • The diver marveled at the vibrant madrepore.
stony coral
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Images of madrepore

  • madrepore: corals forming reefs with calcareous skeletons
    corals forming reefs with calcareous skeletons
  • madrepore: coral of the genus Madrepora or order Madreporaria
    coral of the genus Madrepora or order Madreporaria

Origin of madrepore

Italian, madrepora (mother of pores)

Examples of madrepore in a sentence

  • Scientists study madrepore growth patterns extensively.
  • Scientists studied the growth patterns of madrepore.
  • The aquarium featured a stunning madrepore display.

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  1. French:madrépores, madrepore, ...
  2. German:Madrepores, Steinkoralle, ...
  3. Italian:madrepore, madrepora, ...
  4. Spanish:madreporario, madrepórico, ...
  5. Portuguese:madrepora, madrepore, ...
  6. Chinese:珊瑚, ...
  7. Japanese:イシサンゴ, マドレポラ, ...
  8. Arabic:مُرْجان, مَرْجان مادْريبورا, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַלְמוֹגֵי אֶבֶן, מַדְרֶפּוֹרָה, ...
  10. Russian:мадрепоровые кораллы, коралл мадрепора, ...
  11. Ukrainian:мадрепора, мадрепор, ...
  12. Hindi:मेड्रेपोर, मद्रेपोर, ...

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