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genus boselaphus

 

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Noun genus boselaphus has 1 sense
  1. Boselaphus, genus Boselaphus - Indian antelopes: nilgais
    --1 is a kind of mammal genus
    --1 is a member of Bovidae, family Bovidae
    --1 has members:
     nilgai, nylghai, nylghau, blue bull, Boselaphus tragocamelus

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Genus Boselaphus

Description:

The genus Boselaphus comprises of two species of large, heavily built antelopes native to Asia. These animals are known for their distinctive, arched horns and unique body markings.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Zoology

A genus of large antelopes found in Asia, characterized by their forward-curving horns, long face, and intricate coat patterns.

Example sentence: The Indian antelope is one of the species belonging to the genus Boselaphus.

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Sense 2:

Noun - Biology

A taxonomic rank that classifies a group of species that share common characteristics and are believed to have common ancestors.

Example sentence: The genus Boselaphus belongs to the family of bovids.

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Sense 3:

Noun - Botany

A botanical classification term used to group together plant species with similar characteristics, such as flower structure or growth habit.

Example sentence: The genus Boselaphus includes several plant species that thrive in arid regions.

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Sense 4:

Proper Noun - Geography

The name of a specific region or locality.

Example sentence: Genus Boselaphus is found predominantly in the Indian subcontinent.

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genus bombus genus bombycilla genus bombyx genus bonasa genus borago genus borassus genus borrelia genus bos genus boselaphus genus boswellia genus botaurus genus bothrops genus botrychium genus bougainvillaea genus bougainvillea genus bouteloua genus bowiea

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