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Sagittarius

Sagittarius

1 9.8
A group of large long-legged birds that includes the secretary bird
  • noun
  • /ˌsædʒɪˈtɛəriəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Sagittarius
  • The Sagittarius genus is noted for its long-legged members.

Examples

  • The Sagittarius is known for its unique hunting skills.

  • The secretary bird, belonging to the genus Sagittarius, is native to sub-Saharan Africa.

  • Researchers observed a nesting pair of Sagittarius in the grasslands.

  • Many people admire the Sagittarius for its grace.

  • The Sagittarius is known for its long legs and unique hunting style, making it an impressive sight in the wild.

  • Many people are fascinated by the Sagittarius because of its striking appearance and ability to hunt snakes.

  • The Sagittarius is often seen stalking its prey stealthily in the grasslands of Africa.

Compounds

Sagittarius serpentarius
  • Specialized
9.9

A large African bird with long legs that walks on the ground to hunt snakes and other reptiles

Sagittarius the Archer
7.9

A star sign for people born between November 22 and December 21 that has an archer as its symbol

Surface Forms

Sagittarius singular
Sagittariuses plural

Etymology

Sagittarius (the bird group) takes its name from the Latin sagittarius meaning 'archer' and from sagitta meaning 'arrow'. A helpful way to remember it is to imagine the long-legged bird moving like an archer across the grass, so the name links the bird to the idea of an 'archer'.