gastropod

family of marine gastropods comprising the cowries.

1.Any of various marine gastropods of the genus Murex common in tropical seas and having rough, spiny shells, especially M. trunculus, the source of Tyrian purple.

The gastropod slowly crawled along the ocean floor.

The researcher studied the anatomy of the gastropod.

The gastropod left a trail in the sand as it moved.

The shell of the gastropod was beautifully patterned.

Gastropods are a diverse group of mollusks.

The gastropod feeds on algae and small organisms.

The gastropod retracted into its shell for protection.

Gastropods play an important role in marine ecosystems.

The gastropod's movement is slow and deliberate.

The gastropod is a common sight in tide pools.