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Chimaera

UK
/kaɪˈmɪərə/
US
/kaɪˈmɪrə/
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Translation of "chimaera" into Russian

chimaera
Noun
raiting
UK
/kaɪˈmɪərə/
US
/kaɪˈmɪrə/
chimaera
chimaeras pl
The chimaera in mythology is a fire-breathing monster with a lion's head, a goat's body, and a serpent's tail.
Химера в мифологии - это огнедышащее чудовище с головой льва, телом козы и хвостом змеи.
химера (рыба)
The chimaera is a deep-sea fish known for its cartilaginous skeleton.
Химера - это глубоководная рыба, известная своим хрящевым скелетом.

Definitions

chimaera
Noun
raiting
UK
/kaɪˈmɪərə/
US
/kaɪˈmɪrə/
A mythical creature with parts taken from various animals, often depicted as a fire-breathing monster with a lion's head, a goat's body, and a serpent's tail.
The ancient Greeks told tales of the chimaera, a fearsome beast that terrorized the countryside.
A cartilaginous fish related to sharks and rays, known for its long, tapering body and distinctive snout.
The deep-sea diver was thrilled to spot a chimaera gliding gracefully through the ocean depths.
An organism containing a mixture of genetically different tissues, formed by processes such as fusion of early embryos, grafting, or mutation.
The laboratory experiment resulted in a chimaera, combining cells from two different species.
A thing that is hoped or wished for but in fact is illusory or impossible to achieve.
The idea of a perfect society is often considered a chimaera, as human nature is inherently flawed.
chimaera
Adjective
raiting
UK
/kaɪˈmɪərə/
US
/kaɪˈmɪrə/
Relating to or composed of cells or tissues derived from two or more genetically distinct organisms; exhibiting characteristics of a genetic chimaera.
The researchers implanted the chimaera stem cells into the host embryo.

Idioms and phrases

chimaera fish
The chimaera fish is known for its unusual appearance.
рыба химера
Рыба химера известна своим необычным видом.
chimaera species
Scientists have discovered a new chimaera species.
виды химер
Учёные обнаружили новый вид химер.
chimaera fossil
The chimaera fossil was found in a remote area.
ископаемая химера
Ископаемая химера была найдена в отдалённой области.
chimaera characteristics
The chimaera characteristics are fascinating to marine biologists.
характеристики химеры
Характеристики химеры вызывают интерес у морских биологов.
chimaera habitat
The chimaera habitat is often deep underwater.
среда обитания химеры
Среда обитания химеры часто находится глубоко под водой.

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