CEFR B2

genus

noun

Meaning

A taxonomic category of the highest rank, grouping together closely related species. For example, 'Panthera' is the genus that includes lions, tigers, and jaguars.

Examples

The genus *Homo* includes modern humans and our extinct relatives.
Scientists are debating whether to reclassify this new organism into an existing genus.

Synonyms: kind, type, class, category, rank

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genus (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒiːnəs/

Definition

A taxonomic category of the highest rank, grouping together closely related species. For example, 'Panthera' is the genus that includes lions, tigers, and jaguars.

Examples

The genus *Homo* includes modern humans and our extinct relatives.
Scientists are debating whether to reclassify this new organism into an existing genus.

How to Use genus

genus of (prepositional phrase): Belonging to a specific taxonomic group. — "This plant belongs to the genus *Rosa*, which also includes wild roses."
genus and species (collocation): Referring to the two main ranks in biological classification. — "Understanding the genus and species is fundamental to biological studies."

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