Specie: meaning, definitions and examples

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specie

 

[ หˆspiหสƒiหz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological classification

A species is a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring. It is the basic unit of biological classification and a taxonomic rank. Species are often identified by their unique characteristics, behaviors, and genetic makeup.

Synonyms

class, kind, type, variety

Examples of usage

  • Many species of birds migrate south for the winter.
  • The discovery of a new species can significantly alter our understanding of biodiversity.
  • Endangered species require immediate conservation efforts.

Translations

Translations of the word "specie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น espรฉcie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคœเคพเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Art

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ spesies

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gatunek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็จฎ (ใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท espรจce

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ especie

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tรผr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ข…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูˆุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ druh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ druh

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‰ฉ็ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrsta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tegund

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรถv

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ especie

Etymology

The term 'species' is derived from the Latin word 'specie', which means 'appearance' or 'form'. The modern usage in biological sciences emerged in the 18th century, as naturalists sought to categorize the vast diversity of life. Carl Linnaeus, often regarded as the father of modern taxonomy, played a crucial role in defining species concepts through his binomial nomenclature system. This system established the practice of naming species using two Latin terms, one for the genus and one for the specific epithet, which remains in use today. Over the years, the definition of a species has evolved due to advancements in genetics, ecology, and evolutionary biology, leading to various species concepts that address the complexity of biological diversity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,803, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.