"Dasyatidae" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The Dasyatidae family, also known as the stingrays and cowtail rays, is a group of flatfish that belong to the order Myliobatiformes. They are characterized by their flattened bodies, long whip-like tails, and ability to hide in sediment on the seafloor.
Dashpots are mechanical devices that are used to smooth out the motion of a system, regulating its velocity and acceleration. They work by using hydraulic or pneumatic pressure to control the movement of a component, allowing for precise control and filtration of the motion. Dashpots are commonly used in robotics, mechanical systems, and other applications where precise motion control is required.
Dastardly means exceedingly wicked or cowardly; contemptibly mean or despicable. It is often used to describe someone's actions or behavior that are considered to be cruel, deceitful, and lacking in courage or moral principle.
Dasypaedes is a rare or obsolete word that refers to a type of pangolin, which is a mammal that belongs to the order Pholidota. In particular, dasypaedes is an old-fashioned term that was used to describe the long-tailed pangolin (Manis tetradactyla) in the 18th and 19th centuries.