urodella
Definition
- Noun:
- An order of amphibians: "Urodella" is the former taxonomic name for the order of amphibians that includes salamanders and newts. These are characterized by having tails throughout their life cycle.
- A member of this order: Informally, a "urodella" can refer to any individual amphibian belonging to this group, such as a salamander or a newt.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biology class studied the anatomy of the urodella. (The biology class studied the anatomy of the salamander.)
- Urodella, like the axolotl, have remarkable regenerative abilities. (Salamanders, like the axolotl, have remarkable regenerative abilities.)
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The term "Urodella" is largely historical in scientific classification. The modern, more commonly used name for this order is Caudata.
- The order Urodella is now more accurately referred to as Caudata.
- As a descriptive term: Used to describe characteristics typical of these amphibians.
- The urodella form is distinct from that of frogs and toads.
Variants and Related Words
- Caudata (n): The modern scientific order name synonymous with Urodella.
- Urodele (n): An alternative singular noun form meaning a member of the Urodella/Caudata order.
- The newt is a common urodele found in European woodlands.
Synonyms
- Salamander: A common name for many members of this order.
- Newt: A common name for certain semi-aquatic members of this order.
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs)
- Amphibian: The broader class of animals to which urodella belong.
- Anura: The order containing frogs and toads, which is distinct from Urodella/Caudata.
Noun
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salamanders; newts; congo snakes
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