genus
noun/ˈdʒiːnəs/
Frequency rank: #5,816 most common English word
Meaning
a category in biological classification ranking above species and below family, grouping organisms with shared characteristics.
Example sentence
The biologist explained that wolves and domestic dogs belong to the same genus.
Synonyms & related words
Practice this word in the quiz
More words in ranks 5,801–5,900
- ethnicitythe fact of belonging to a particular racial or cultural group that shares a common background, language, or tradition.
- eventualhappening or existing at the end of a process or period of time.
- firstlyused to introduce the first point in a list or series of reasons or instructions.
- flavourthe distinctive taste of a food or drink.
- flexto show off or display something proudly, especially a skill or ability.
- gloveA covering for the hand with separate parts for each finger.
- greedan intense and selfish desire for more of something, especially wealth or power.
- greetTo welcome someone with words or actions when you meet them.
- hosea flexible tube used to carry water or other liquids.
- inflammationa physical condition in which part of the body becomes red, swollen, and painful as a reaction to injury or infection.