pyrrhula

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Noun pyrrhula has 1 sense

Pyrrhula, genus Pyrrhula - bullfinches
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Fringillidae, family Fringillidae
--₁ has members: bullfinch, Pyrrhula pyrrhula

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Pyrrhula

Pyrrhula refers to a genus of passerine birds in the finch family, found primarily in Europe and Asia. The term can also be used to describe a genus of orchids.

Part of Speech: Noun (Bird), Noun (Orchid)

Sense 1: Bird

Definition: A small passerine bird belonging to the genus Pyrrhula, known for its colorful plumage and distinct beak.

Example sentence 1: The male pyrrhula has a vibrant red breast and a black cap on its head.

Example sentence 2: Pyrrhulas can often be seen in dense deciduous forests.

Sense 2: Orchid

Definition: A genus of delicate orchids with small, brightly colored flowers.

Example sentence 1: The pyrrhula orchids in the conservatory added a touch of elegance to the room.

Example sentence 2: She carefully tended to the pyrrhula orchid, ensuring it received enough sunlight and water.