trochilus Meaning & Definition
/ˈtɹɒkɪləs/
What Does Trochilus Mean?
Trochilus is a noun that means Any member of the hummingbird genus Trochilus. It can also mean A scotia.
Trochilus in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈtɹɒkɪləs/ |
| Plural | trochiluses |
Trochilus Definition (Noun)
- Any member of the hummingbird genus Trochilus.
- A scotia.
Synonyms of Trochilus
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Trochilus synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
trochilus (plural trochiluses or trochili)
Origin of Trochilus
From Latin trochilus (“a kind of small bird”), from Ancient Greek τροχίλος (trokhílos), from τρέχω (trékhō, “to run”).