Ceryle

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Definition

Noun: - A genus of birds within the family Alcedinidae: Ceryle is a taxonomic genus name in zoology, specifically referring to a group of kingfisher birds. The most well-known species is the belted kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon).

Usage Notes
  • This word is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in biological and ornithological contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation.
  • As a proper noun (a genus name), it is always capitalized.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The genus Ceryle includes the familiar belted kingfisher.
    • Ornithologists studied the feeding habits of Ceryle rudis, the pied kingfisher.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic classification, the genus name is part of a binomial nomenclature (e.g., ). The genus name is always italicized in scientific writing.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cerylid (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the genus .
    • The cerylid beak shape is adapted for catching fish.
Synonyms
  • There are no direct common-language synonyms for this proper scientific name. In descriptive contexts, one might use:
    • Kingfisher genus: A descriptive phrase referring to the group.
Different Meanings
  • This word has only one specific meaning as a zoological genus name. It does not have other definitions in general English.
Noun
  1. a genus of birds of the family Alcedinidae

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