variants
also genuses
as in categories
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the crime novel, written from the criminal's perspective, is sometimes seen as a particular species of the detective story genus
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Flaco was an adult male Eurasian Eagle-Owl, one of the largest owl species in the world (hence, the species’ name) that is widespread across Europe and Asia.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025 -
That family includes the beetle species whose larvae, called mealworms, are commonly sold as feed for pet reptiles and birds.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
10 May 2025
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Philanthropy plays a catalytic role by empowering local financial institutions to serve families in need.—
Matt Damon,
TIME,
22 Mar. 2025
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Their families even know each other well, Snapp said.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Genera.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genera. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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