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family pelecanoididae

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun family pelecanoididae has 1 sense
  1. Pelecanoididae, family Pelecanoididae - diving petrels
    --1 is a kind of bird family
    --1 is a member of Procellariiformes, order Procellariiformes
    --1 has members: diving petrel

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Family Pelecanoididae

The Family Pelecanoididae, also known as the diving petrels, is a group of seabirds that belong to the order Procellariiformes. They are notably small and have excellent diving capabilities.

Definition

The Family Pelecanoididae refers to a group of seabirds known as diving petrels. These birds are known for their small size and exceptional diving skills.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

As a noun, Pelecanoididae refers to the family of seabirds that encompasses the diving petrels. These birds are found in various oceans and are known for their ability to dive underwater for extended periods in search of food.

Example Sentence: The Pelecanoididae family includes species such as the South Georgia diving petrel and the common diving petrel.

Sense 2:

As an adjective, Pelecanoididae can describe anything related to the diving petrels or the family itself.

Example Sentence: The Pelecanoididae characteristics are characterized by their small size and remarkable diving abilities.

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