numenius

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Noun numenius has 1 sense

Numenius, genus Numenius - curlews
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Scolopacidae, family Scolopacidae
--₁ has members: curlew

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Numenius

Definitions

Noun

1. A genus of long-billed wading birds, especially referring to the curlew species.

2. (archaic) The Roman orator and philosopher Numenius of Apamea.

Sample Sentences

Noun

1. The numenius is known for its characteristic long, curved bill.

2. The Numenius arquata is commonly found in wetlands across Europe.

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