family hyaenidae
Proper noun A taxonomic family within the order Carnivora. This family comprises the hyenas, which are carnivorous mammals native to Africa and parts of Asia. Members of this family are characterized by strong jaws, a distinctive sloping back, and often scavenging behavior, though some species are effective hunters.
The term "family Hyaenidae" is used in formal, scientific contexts such as zoology, biology, and taxonomy to classify and discuss this specific group of animals. It is not typically used in everyday conversation.
Examples * In scientific classification, the spotted hyena belongs to family Hyaenidae. * The family Hyaenidae includes four extant species: the spotted, brown, and striped hyenas, and the aardwolf. * Researchers studied the evolutionary history of family Hyaenidae.
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used to specify a precise level of biological classification (family), which sits between order and genus.
- The phylogenetic analysis confirmed its placement within the family Hyaenidae.
- Hyaenidae: The more common shorthand form used synonymously with "family Hyaenidae" in scientific literature.
- Hyena (noun): The common name for any member of the family Hyaenidae.
- Hyenas (plural noun): The general term for these animals.
- Hyenas (as a group)
- The hyena family (informal description)
This term has a single, precise scientific meaning. It does not have idiomatic or phrasal verb uses, as it is a formal taxonomic designation.
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