Definition

1. Noun:
   • A taxonomic category in biological classification: "Genus Corvus" is the scientific name for a specific genus of birds within the family Corvidae. It is the type genus for this family.
   • A group of closely related species: This genus includes species commonly known as crows, ravens, and rooks.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The common raven is classified under Genus Corvus.
  • Ornithologists study the intelligence of birds in Genus Corvus.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific and academic writing to specify this particular group of birds.
  • The research paper focused on the evolutionary history of Genus Corvus.

Variants and Related Words

• Corvus (n): The abbreviated or alternative form of the full genus name.
  • The species Corvus corax is the common raven.
• Corvid (n): A common name for any member of the family Corvidae, which includes Genus Corvus.
  • Jays and magpies are also corvids.

Synonyms

• Crow genus: A common, non-scientific descriptor.
• Raven genus: A common, non-scientific descriptor.

Related Phrases

• Member of Corvus: A phrase used to describe a species belonging to this genus.
  • The carrion crow is a well-known member of Corvus.

Noun

1. type genus of the Corvidae: crows and ravens