Meaning of the word superfamily in English
What does superfamily mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
superfamily
US /ˌsuː.pɚˈfæm.əl.i/
UK /ˈsuː.pəˌfæm.ɪ.li/
Noun
a taxonomic category ranking above family and below order, comprising one or more families.
Example:
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The Hominidae family belongs to the Hominoidea superfamily.
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Scientists are still debating the classification of some species within this superfamily.