delichon
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Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of birds in the family Hirundinidae: "Delichon" is the scientific genus name for a specific group of small passerine birds, commonly known as house martins.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Delichon urbicum, or common house martin, is a familiar sight in Europe.
- Ornithologists study the nesting habits of the genus Delichon.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific classification: The term is used primarily in taxonomic and ornithological contexts to categorize and discuss this particular genus.
- The paper compared the migratory patterns of Delichon with those of other swallows.
Variants and Related Words
- House martin (n): The common name for birds of the genus .
- A house martin built its nest under our eaves.
Synonyms
- House martin: The common English name for birds in this genus.
Notes
- This is a specialized zoological term. In everyday language, the common name "house martin" is almost always used instead of the genus name "Delichon".
Noun
- a genus of Hirundinidae