casuariidae

/kæsʊˌæriˈaɪdi/

Definitions

1. noun

family of large, flightless birds native to Australia and New Guinea, including the cassowaries and emus.

“The casuariidae are a unique group of birds with distinctive characteristics.”

2. plural noun

members of the family Casuariidae.

“The casuariidae are found primarily in the tropical regions of Australia and New Guinea.”

Synonyms

  • cassowaries
  • emus

Antonyms

  • birds that can fly