ceryle
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
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a genus of birds of the family Alcedinidae
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