Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or resembling a cuckoo, especially in its brood parasitic behavior, or relating to cuckoos.

“The cuckoo’s behavior in the cuckuloid species is quite fascinating to study.”

2. noun

A cuckoo or cuckoos, especially in the context of evolutionary biology or zoology.

“The cuckuloid family is a group of birds known for their unique mating habits.”