Columba (Noun)
Meaning 1
Type genus of the Columbidae: typical pigeons.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Columba is one of the most well-known genera within the family Columbidae.
- Many species of pigeons are classified within the genus Columba, including the Rock Pigeon.
- Columba is the type genus of the Columbidae family, which comprises typical pigeons and doves.
- Species within the genus Columba can be found on every continent except Antarctica.
- Some members of the genus Columba, such as the Band-tailed Pigeon, are native to North America.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Caelum.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The constellation Columba, which represents a dove, is a relatively small but distinct group of stars in the southern sky.
- Columba is named after the dove released by Noah in the biblical account of the flood.
- Columba is bordered by the constellations Puppis to the west and Caelum to the south.
- Astronomers use the Columba constellation as a navigational aid when locating nearby celestial objects.
- In the 17th century, the French astronomer Nicolas-Louis de Lacaille officially recognized Columba as one of the 88 modern constellations.