Emys
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛmɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Emys is a noun meaning (zoology) Any member of the small Emys genus of freshwater pond tortoises.
Meaning
(zoology) Any member of the small Emys genus of freshwater pond tortoises.
Example Sentences
Remains of the elephant…the beaver, the emys…and goats.
Certain Emydes…tend to the Sea-tortoises or Turtles…and yet exhibit characters peculiar to themselves.
Word Forms
- emydes
Synonyms for emys
Depending on context, synonyms include emydian.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include emyd, emydid, emydian, geoemydid, eomyid, pelomedusid.
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