Neomys

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Definition

Noun: * A genus of Soricidae: Neomys is the scientific name for a genus of small, semi-aquatic mammals within the family Soricidae, commonly known as shrews. This genus is specifically referred to as the "water shrews."

Usage
  • The word is used exclusively in scientific and zoological contexts to classify and discuss this specific group of shrews. It is always capitalized and typically italicized in formal writing.
  • Example: "The Eurasian water shrew, , is the most widespread species within the genus ."
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic hierarchy, is the genus level classification. Species within this genus, such as (Eurasian water shrew) or (Mediterranean water shrew), are identified by a two-part name (binomial nomenclature).
Variants and Related Words
  • Neomys fodiens (n): The binomial name for the Eurasian water shrew, a species within the genus.
  • Neomys anomalus (n): The binomial name for the Mediterranean or Miller's water shrew.
  • Soricidae (n): The biological family to which the genus belongs, encompassing all shrews.
  • Water shrew (n): The common name for shrews of the genus .
Synonyms
  • Water shrew genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym.
Different Meanings
  • The word has only one specific meaning in modern English: it is a proper noun referring to this particular genus of mammals. It does not have general or figurative meanings.
Noun
  1. a genus of Soricidae

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