genus in Greek
genus in Greek is γένος, είδος — genus means a biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.
genus in Greek
γένος
Pronounced: genos
γένος
Pronounced: genos
A group with common attributes.
είδος
Pronounced: eidos
A group with common attributes.
What does "genus" mean?
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noun A biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.
"Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera."
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noun A general category or kind sharing common features.
"The book was praised as a fine example of its genus."
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genus in a sentence
- Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera.
- Scientists placed the newly discovered beetle in an existing genus.
- The book was praised as a fine example of its genus.
- Detective stories form a genus of fiction with many familiar features.
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What is "genus" in Greek?
"genus" in Greek is γένος, είδος. genus means: A biological classification rank grouping closely related species, sitting below family and above species.
How do you pronounce γένος?
"genus" in Greek is γένος, pronounced "genos".
How do you use "genus" in a sentence?
Example: "Lions and tigers belong to the genus Panthera." In Greek, "genus" is γένος, είδος.
Are there other ways to say "genus" in Greek?
Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "genus": γένος, είδος.
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