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family Ranidae

family Ranidae

8.4
A large group of frogs that live in many parts of the world
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : familia Ranidae
  • The family Ranidae includes many species commonly found in ponds and streams around the world.

Examples

  • Members of the family Ranidae are often characterized by their smooth skin and long legs.

  • Scientists discovered a new species within the family Ranidae in Southeast Asia.

  • The family Ranidae includes many species of frogs.

  • Many researchers study the family Ranidae for their unique behaviors.

  • The family Ranidae is known for its diverse species that inhabit various freshwater environments.

  • Many species in the family Ranidae are adapted for life in both aquatic and terrestrial habitats.

  • Researchers identify frogs in the family Ranidae by their distinctive vocalizations during mating season.

Synonyms

Ranidae
vsfamily Ranidae
  • Specialized
9.5

A large family of frogs found almost worldwide, usually with long legs and smooth skin

is identical in meaning but names the group including the rank term

Surface Forms

family Ranidae singular
families Ranidae plural

Morphology

family + Ranidae

This is a straightforward taxonomic combination: 'family' (a scientific grouping) + 'Ranidae' (the family name for a group of frogs). The meaning is directly compositional and follows standard scientific naming conventions found across languages, so a B1 learner who knows both constituent meanings will understand it.

Etymology

The name family Ranidae comes from the Latin word Rana, which means 'frog'. Scientists used Rana as the name for a common frog group, so family Ranidae simply means the group of 'true frogs' found around the world.