lagopus Meaning & Definition
/ləˈɡəʊpəs/
What Does Lagopus Mean?
Lagopus is used as a noun meaning The ptarmigan.
Lagopus in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ləˈɡəʊpəs/ |
| Synonyms | genus lagopus |
| Plural | lagopodes |
Lagopus Definition (Noun)
- The ptarmigan.
Synonyms of Lagopus
Lagopus synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
lagopus (plural lagopodes)
Origin of Lagopus
From the Latin lagōpūs, from the Ancient Greek λαγώπους (lagṓpous), from λαγώς (lagṓs, “hare”) + πούς (poús, “foot”); compare lagopod, lagopode. The bird was given this name because its feet resemble those of a hare.
Questions People Ask About Lagopus
What part of speech is lagopus?
Lagopus is a noun.
What is another word for lagopus?
Words with a similar meaning to lagopus include genus lagopus. See the full list of lagopus synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of lagopus?
The plural of lagopus is lagopodes.