achatinidae
|a-cha-tin-i-dae|
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/ˌækəˈtɪnɪˌdi/
large tropical snails
Etymology
Etymology Information
'achatinidae' originates from the Greek word 'achatina,' referring to a type of snail.
Historical Evolution
The term 'achatinidae' was adopted into scientific Latin to classify this family of snails.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a specific type of snail, but now it encompasses a broader family of snails.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/20 09:06