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lernean
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lernean, n. [See Lernæa.].
One of a family (Lernæidæ ) of parasitic Crustacea found attached to fishes and other marine animals. Some species penetrate the skin and flesh with the elongated head, and feed on the viscera. See Illust. in Appendix. [1913 Webster]
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