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genus siren
 

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Noun genus siren has 1 sense
  1. genus Siren - a genus of Sirenidae
    --1 is a kind of     amphibian genus
    --1 is a member of Sirenidae, family Sirenidae
    --1 has member: siren

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Genus Siren

Description:

The term "genus siren" refers to a genus of aquatic salamanders that belong to the family Sirenidae. They are commonly known as sirens.

Sample Sentences:

Noun (Biological sense):

  1. The genus Siren includes three extant species of sirens.
  2. Scientists have been studying the evolution of genus Siren for decades.
  3. Due to their unique characteristics, sirens from the genus Siren have become popular subjects of research.

Noun (Mythology sense):

  1. In Greek mythology, sirens are often depicted as seductive creatures with the heads of women and the bodies of birds.
  2. According to ancient legends, sailors were lured by the enchanting songs of the sirens.
  3. Artists have represented the sirens from the genus Siren in various mythological paintings.

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