Definition

1. Noun:
   • A family of amphibians: Discoglossidae is a taxonomic family of frogs within the order Anura.
   • Characteristic feature: Members of this family are characterized by having a distinctive, fixed, disk-like tongue.
   • Geographical distribution: This family is native to the Old World, encompassing regions such as Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Discoglossidae family includes species like the painted frog.
  • Biologists study the unique tongue morphology of Discoglossidae.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: Used specifically in scientific classification to group certain genera of frogs.
  • The genus Alytes is classified under the family Discoglossidae.

Variants and Related Words

• Discoglossid (adj/noun): Pertaining to the family Discoglossidae; a member of this family.
  • The discoglossid frogs were observed in their natural habitat.

Synonyms

• Family Discoglossidae: The full taxonomic designation.
• Disc-tongued frogs: A descriptive common name referring to the characteristic tongue.

Notes on Meaning

• The term is used almost exclusively in scientific, zoological, or herpetological contexts. It is not a word used in everyday conversation.
• It refers specifically to a biological classification (family), not to an individual animal. An individual is called a "discoglossid" or more commonly by its genus or species name (e.g., a "midwife toad" from the genus ).

Noun

1. family of Old World toads having a fixed disklike tongue