aechmophorus
|aech-mo-pho-rus|
C2
/ˌɛkˈmɒfərəs/
spear-bearing bird
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aechmophorus' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aichmē' meaning 'spear' and 'phoros' meaning 'bearing'.
Historical Evolution
'aechmophorus' was directly adopted into scientific Latin from Greek, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the bird's spear-like beak, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of grebes, a type of aquatic bird, known for their excellent diving ability.
The aechmophorus is often found in freshwater lakes.
Synonyms
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