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Genus Lucilia

The term "genus Lucilia" refers to a group of flies belonging to the family Calliphoridae. This genus is commonly known as "Lucilia" and includes several species of common blowflies. Here, we provide descriptions and sample sentences for the term "genus Lucilia" in various parts of speech, senses, and usages.

Noun

Sense: Taxonomy

Definition: A genus of flies in the family Calliphoridae, commonly known as blowflies.

Example Sentence: Genus Lucilia is famous for its significant contribution to forensic entomology.

Adjective

Sense: Pertaining to the Genus Lucilia

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of the flies belonging to the genus Lucilia.

Example Sentence: The entomologist studied the unique life cycle of the genus Lucilia blowflies.

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