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Trionyx

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Tri`on´yx
n.1.(Zool.) A genus of fresh-water or river turtles which have the shell imperfectly developed and covered with a soft leathery skin. They are noted for their agility and rapacity. Called also soft tortoise, soft-shell tortoise, and mud turtle.
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Noun1.Trionyx - type genus of the TrionychidaeTrionyx - type genus of the Trionychidae      
genus Trionyx
reptile genus - a genus of reptiles
family Trionychidae, Trionychidae - soft-shelled turtles
spiny softshell, Trionyx spiniferus - river turtle of western United States with a warty shell; prefers quiet water
smooth softshell, Trionyx muticus - river turtle of Mississippi basin; prefers running water
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