raphus

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Noun raphus has 1 sense

Raphus, genus Raphus - type genus of the Raphidae: dodos
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Raphidae, family Raphidae
--₁ has members: dodo, Raphus cucullatus

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Raphus

Description:

Raphus is a term that refers to a genus of extinct birds in the family of Dodo. This genus is endemic to the island of Mauritius and was known for its large size, flightlessness, and unique appearance.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: The raphus was a flightless bird that inhabited the island of Mauritius.

Adjective: The local villagers told stories of the elusive and mysterious raphus bird.

Verb: Back in the 17th century, humans sadly raphused the dodo bird to extinction.

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