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Definition of Hyperoartia
1. Noun. Lampreys as distinguished from hagfishes.
Exact synonyms: Petromyzoniformes, Suborder Hyperoartia, Suborder Petromyzoniformes
Generic synonyms: Animal Order
Group relationships: Cyclostomata, Order Cyclostomata
Generic synonyms: Animal Order
Group relationships: Cyclostomata, Order Cyclostomata
Definition of Hyperoartia
1. n. pl. An order of marsipobranchs including the lampreys. The suckerlike moth contains numerous teeth; the nasal opening is in the middle of the head above, but it does not connect with the mouth. See Cyclostoma, and Lamprey.
Medical Definition of Hyperoartia
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