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luscinia

/luːˈsɪni.ə/

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noun

/luːˈsɪni.ə/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный термин для рода птиц, обычно известных как соловьи.

A scientific term for a genus of birds commonly known as nightingales.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. NightingalesB2formalscientific

    A genus of small passerine birds in the thrush family, especially the common nightingale, renowned for their melodious and powerful song.

    ruСоловьи

    • Luscinia megarhynchos, the common nightingale, is famous for its rich voice.
    • Birdwatchers often travel to hear the Luscinia sing at dawn.
    • The Luscinia genus includes several species found across Europe and Asia.
    • Poets have long compared the Luscinia's song to pure music.

    Synonymsnightingale