ratitae

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Noun ratitae has 1 sense

Ratitae, superorder Ratitae - used in former classifications to include all ratite bird orders
--₁ is a kind of animal order
--₁ is a member of Aves, class Aves
--₁ has members: Tinamiformes, order Tinamiformes

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Ratitae

Definition:

Ratitae is a taxonomic group that comprises flightless birds with a flat sternum (breastbone), such as ostriches, emus, and kiwis.

Senses/Usage:

Sense 1:

Noun: A group of flightless birds characterized by a flat sternum.

Example sentence: The ratitae include ostriches, emus, kiwis, and cassowaries.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or related to the ratitae birds.

Example sentence: The zoo exhibited various ratitae species from around the world.

Sense 3:

Plural noun: A general term referring to all the different species of ratitae.

Example sentence: The ratitae are known for their inability to fly and their distinct characteristics.

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