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Word: synonym (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • with respect to a name for a given taxon Any name for the taxon, usually a validly published, formally accepted one, but often also an unpublished name.
  • with respect to a given word or phrase A word or phrase with a meaning that is the same as, or very similar to, another word or phrase.
  • with respect to a name for a given taxon Any of the formal names for the taxon, including the valid name (i.e. the senior synonym).

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