Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ensis
Noun
/ˈɛnsɪs/
Definition
a term used in biological classification that refers to a species or other taxonomic group.
Examples
- Living organisms are often classified using Latin terms such as *Homo sapiens* and *Canis lupus* where ‘ensis’ may denote a specific aspect of the species.
- The term was utilized in the description of new species discovered in remote regions.
Meaning
The term ‘ensis’ is often used in scientific nomenclature to specify a particular feature or characteristic related to a species.
Synonyms
- none
