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ornithorhynchidae

 

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Noun ornithorhynchidae has 1 sense
  1. Ornithorhynchidae, family Ornithorhynchidae - platypus
    --1 is a kind of mammal family
    --1 is a member of Monotremata, order Monotremata
    --1 has members: Ornithorhynchus, genus Ornithorhynchus

Definitions from the Web

Term: Ornithorhynchidae

Definition: Ornithorhynchidae is a family of egg-laying mammals found in eastern Australia, including the platypus.

Senses:

Sense 1: Referring to a family of egg-laying mammals.

Sample Sentence 1 (noun): The Ornithorhynchidae, also known as platypuses, have a unique combination of traits from reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Sample Sentence 2 (adjective): The ornithorhynchidae species exhibit some extraordinary physiological characteristics.

Sense 2: Relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Australian region.

Sample Sentence 1 (noun): The fauna of the Ornithorhynchidae habitat is diverse and offers several unique species.

Sample Sentence 2 (adjective): The cultural practices of the local Ornithorhynchidae community are fascinating.

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