Bubo (Noun)
Meaning 1
A lymph node that is inflamed and swollen because of plague or gonorrhea or tuberculosis.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 2
A genus of Strigidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The great horned owl is a member of the bubo genus, known for its distinctive ear tufts and powerful talons.
- In North America, the bubo genus is represented by the great horned owl, one of the largest owl species on the continent.
- The bubo genus is characterized by its large size, round heads, and forward-facing ear tufts.
- The Eurasian eagle-owl, a member of the bubo genus, is one of the largest owl species in the world.
- The bubo genus is found on every continent except Antarctica, with different species adapted to various habitats and climates.