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genus sorex

 

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Noun genus sorex has 1 sense
  1. Sorex, genus Sorex - type genus of the family Soricidae: shrews
    --1 is a kind of mammal genus
    --1 is a member of Soricidae, family Soricidae
    --1 has members:
     common shrew, Sorex araneus; American water shrew, Sorex palustris

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Genus Sorex

Noun

The genus Sorex refers to a taxonomic genus of insectivorous mammals commonly known as shrews. Shrews are small, active mammals with a long, flexible snout and a slender body.

Sample Sentence: The genus Sorex includes several species of shrews, such as the pygmy shrew and the masked shrew.

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Adjective

The term "genus sorex" can also be used as an adjective to describe any characteristics or attributes associated with the genus Sorex or shrews in general.

Sample Sentence: The genus Sorex population has been steadily declining due to habitat loss and human activity.

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Locally

In a local context, the term "genus sorex" might refer to a specific species of shrew that is endemic to a particular geographic region.

Sample Sentence: The genus Sorex found in the mountainous regions of this province is known for its unique adaptation to high altitudes.

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