Bladderless

/ˈblæd.ər.ləs/ adjective

Definition

Without a bladder, or lacking a bladder-like structure or organ.

Etymology

From 'bladder' + suffix '-less' (Old English -leas, meaning without), creating a descriptive term for organisms or structures without bladder anatomy.

Kelly Says

Many fish species are bladderless—they lack swim bladders and must constantly swim to stay buoyant, which is why sharks never stop moving or they'd sink!

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