Synonyms for

Nautilus

Verb / ˈnɔ:tʌlʌs / Another word for nautilus — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A marine mollusk with a spiral shell that has a series of air-filled chambers, ranging from the surface to deep levels, that enable it to rise and sink in the water.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The nautilus is a very ancient animal and has been around for millions of years.
  2. The nautilus is able to control its buoyancy by filling or emptying its chambers.
  3. The nautilus is a beautiful creature with its intricate shell.
  4. The nautilus moves through the water by jet propulsion.
  5. The nautilus is sometimes called a living fossil because it has remained virtually unchanged for millions of years.

Quotes

  • 'The chambered nautilus, each year, / Unfolds a new-created spear', - Oliver Wendell Holmes
  • 'The nautilus shells, with their nacreous lining, / That come from the depths of the tropical seas', - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
  • 'He who would search for pearls must dive below.' - John Dryden

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