Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
taxor
Noun
/ˈtæksər/
Definition
A taxor is an organism or element that can be used for taxonomic classification.
Examples
- The lion is a taxor within the family Felidae.
- Scientists often debate the classification of certain taxors due to evolving species.
Meaning
In biological classification, a taxor refers to a unit of classification, such as a species, genus, family, or any other rank within the taxonomic hierarchy.
Synonyms
- taxonomic unit
- classification category
- biological class
