Meaning & use
photophore
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A light-producing organ found in certain marine animals, such as deep-sea fish and squid, used for bioluminescence.
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The anglerfish's photophore dangles like a glowing lure to attract unsuspecting prey.
Marine biologists study how photophores are arranged along a lanternfish's body to identify the species.
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"Photophore" combines the Greek roots "photo-" (light) and "-phore" (bearer), literally meaning "light-bearer."
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light organ
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