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Monomorium

Definition:

Monomorium is a genus of small ants belonging to the family Formicidae. They are commonly known as monomorium ants and are found worldwide.

Senses:

Sense 1: Noun (Entomology)

A taxonomic genus of small ants that are known for their diverse species and global distribution.

Example sentence: The monomorium ants marched in a disciplined line towards their food source.

Sense 2: Noun (Zoology)

A type genus of the ant subfamily Myrmicinae that consists of small-sized ants with a single segment between the thorax and abdomen.

Example sentence: The monomorium genus shows a great variation in morphology.

Sense 3: Noun (Chemistry)

A prefix used in chemistry to denote a molecule containing a single unsaturated linkage.

Example sentence: The monomorium compound displayed unique properties in the reaction.

Sense 4: Noun (Geology)

A fossilized genus of foraminiferan, an extinct marine microorganism, that lived during the Cretaceous Period.

Example sentence: Scientists discovered numerous monomorium fossils in the sedimentary rocks from the Cretaceous era.

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