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from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A name introduced by Haeckel in 1890 for the entire assemblage of aquatic animals that lead an actively swimming life. A torpedo-like form, bilateral symmetry, and highly developed swimming-musculature characterize this group, of which the fishes, whales, and squids are examples.
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