family Ploceidae
Definition
Noun: - Family Ploceidae: A taxonomic family of small passerine birds, commonly known as weaverbirds or weavers. These birds are primarily found in Africa, with some species in Asia, and are known for their elaborately woven nests.
Usage
- The term is used in scientific and ornithological contexts to classify and discuss this specific family of birds.
- It is a formal, taxonomic designation.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- In academic writing, the family name is often italicized: .
- It is used in hierarchical biological classification: Order Passeriformes > Family Ploceidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Ploceidae: The scientific name, often used interchangeably with "family Ploceidae."
- Weaverbird (n): A common name for any bird belonging to the family Ploceidae.
- Weaver (n): A shortened, informal form of "weaverbird."
Synonyms
- Weaver family: A less formal synonym.
- Weaverbirds: A common name referring to the group as a whole.
Related Phrases
- Ploceid weaver: A term specifying a weaver bird from this family.
- Social weaver: Refers to certain highly colonial species within the family, such as the sociable weaver ().
Noun
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weaverbirds
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