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Meleagris

Noun:

1. A genus of birds in the family Phasianidae, commonly known as turkeys, native to the Americas.

Sample sentence: The wild Meleagris gallopavo can be found in forests across North America.

Noun:

2. A species of turkey, Meleagris gallopavo, widely domesticated for its meat.

Sample sentence: We enjoyed a delicious Thanksgiving dinner with a roasted Meleagris gallopavo as the centerpiece.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or resembling a turkey (meleagris).

Sample sentence: The meleagris feathers adorning her hat added a festive touch to her outfit.

Adjective:

2. Pertaining to the Meleagris genus of birds.

Sample sentence: The meleagris population has been declining due to habitat destruction.

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