genera
Noun (plural of genus): - In biology: A taxonomic category ranking below a family and above a species, consisting of structurally or phylogenetically related species or an isolated species exhibiting unusual differentiation. "Genera" is the plural form of "genus." - In general usage: A class or group of similar things, especially within a broader category.
- (A taxonomic category grouping related species.)
- (The plural of genus in scientific classification.)
- (The plural form used to refer to multiple taxonomic groups.)
"to be divided into genera": to be classified into distinct groups.
- The family of beetles is divided into numerous genera. (The taxonomic category is split into smaller groups.)
"a genus of": used to introduce a specific genus.
- Homo is a genus of primates that includes modern humans and their extinct relatives. (A specific taxonomic group.)
Genus (n, singular): the singular form of genera, referring to one taxonomic group.
- The genus Canis includes wolves, dogs, and coyotes. (A single category in biological classification.)
Generic (adj): relating to a genus; also, general or not specific.
- The generic name for this plant is "Quercus." (Relating to the genus name.)
Generically (adv): in a way that relates to a genus.
- The species is generically classified under the family Felidae. (Relating to the genus level of classification.)
- Classes: groups of similar things.
- Categories: divisions within a broader system.
- Groups: collections of related entities.
"a genus of its own": something that is unique and does not fit into existing categories.
- This new species is a genus of its own, unlike any other. (A distinct group not fitting standard classification.)
"the genus of": used to describe a broad type of something.
- He belongs to the genus of eccentric inventors. (A metaphorical group with shared traits.)