podargine

/pɒˈdɑːrˌdʒiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of nocturnal, burrowing birds in the family Podargidae

“The podargine’s unique call echoed through the Australian night.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the genus Podargine

“The scientist specialized in the podargine biology of tropical regions.”

Synonyms

  • Podargidae
  • burrowing
  • nocturnal

Antonyms

  • diurnal
  • surface-dwelling