Cinclidae

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A family of birds: "Cinclidae" is the scientific family name for a small group of passerine birds commonly known as dippers or water ouzels. These birds are uniquely adapted to aquatic environments.
Usage
  • Noun:
    • The family Cinclidae contains species found near fast-flowing streams.
    • Ornithologists study the unique foraging behavior of birds in the Cinclidae family.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss this specific bird family.
    • The phylogenetic study placed the genus within the family Cinclidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dipper (n): The common name for any bird belonging to the family Cinclidae.
    • The American dipper is a member of the Cinclidae.
  • Water ouzel (n): An alternative common name, especially for the North American species.
    • We spotted a water ouzel, a bird from the Cinclidae family, diving into the river.
Synonyms
  • Dippers: The most common vernacular term for birds of this family.
  • Water ouzels: A synonym, particularly in older or regional texts.
Notes
  • Cinclidae is a specialized term used primarily in scientific, zoological, and birdwatching contexts. It is not typically used in everyday conversation.
Noun
  1. water ouzels

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