lycosa
Definition
Noun 1. The type genus of the family Lycosidae: Lycosa is the scientific name for the genus that serves as the central, representative group for the wolf spider family (Lycosidae). This genus includes many typical wolf spider species.
Usage Notes
- Scientific Terminology: The word is used almost exclusively in scientific contexts, particularly in zoology, arachnology (the study of spiders), and taxonomy (biological classification). It is not used in everyday conversation.
- Capitalization: As a proper genus name, it is always capitalized ().
- Italicization: In formal scientific writing, the genus name is typically italicized ().
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The study focused on the hunting behavior of Lycosa.
- Lycosa is a widespread genus of ground-dwelling spiders.
- Several species within Lycosa exhibit notable maternal care.
Advanced Usage
- In Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to define the family. For example: "The family Lycosidae is named for its type genus, ."
Variants and Related Words
- Lycosidae (n): The family name for wolf spiders, derived from the genus .
- lycosid (n/adj): A common name for any spider belonging to the family Lycosidae; also used as an adjective (e.g., lycosid behavior).
Synonyms
- Wolf spider genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym referring to the same group of spiders. (Note: is the specific taxonomic name, while "wolf spider genus" is a general description.)
Different Meanings
- This word has only one specific meaning in modern English: as the proper scientific name for a genus of spiders. It does not have other general definitions.
Noun
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type genus of the family Lycosidae
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