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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sirenian

/sɪˈriːniən/ noun · British & US
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What does sirenian mean?

noun

A sirenian is a member of the family Trichechidae, which includes manatees and dugongs. These large aquatic mammals are found in shallow waters of the Caribbean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the coast of West Africa.

Example

"The sirenian swam slowly through the shallow waters, its large body gliding effortlessly through the sea."

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