What is another word for gypaetus?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈa͡ɪpiːtəs] (IPA)

Gypaetus is a term used to refer to the species of bird known as the Bearded Vulture. This type of bird is characterized by its unique appearance, highlighted by its long, slender wings, and pale, featherless head. There are a few other synonyms that are sometimes used to describe the gypaetus, which include the ossifrage, or the bone breaker, as well as lammergeier, which is derived from the German word for lamb vulture. The Bearded Vulture is an awe-inspiring and unusual bird, with a fascinating history and unique characteristics that set it apart from other raptors.

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What are the hypernyms for Gypaetus?

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What are the hyponyms for Gypaetus?

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  • hyponyms for gypaetus (as nouns)

What are the holonyms for Gypaetus?

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Usage examples for Gypaetus

Sometimes when a gypaetus was perched on a corpse, and had been mangling it for a long time, a man would set himself to crawl towards it with a javelin between his teeth.
"Salammbo"
Gustave Flaubert

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