Definitions

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  • proper noun A taxonomic family within the order Strigiformesbarn owls.

Etymologies

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Tyto +‎ -idae

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Examples

  • I had always thought of myself as more of a Tytonidae (owls) or Procyonidae (raccoons) family member.

    And, Lo! I Have A Spirit Animal. 2008

  • I had always thought of myself as more of a Tytonidae (owls) or Procyonidae (raccoons) family member.

    Archive 2008-03-01 2008

  • Owl is common generic name for nocturnal predatory birds in the families Tytonidae and Strigidae.

    Bird Acronyms on the Web: OWL John L. Trapp 2006

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