anhimas

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Noun anhima has 1 sense

Anhima, genus Anhima - type genus of the Anhimidae; horned screamers
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Anhimidae, family Anhimidae
--₁ has members: horned screamer, Anhima cornuta

Anhimas

Description:

Anhimas is a term used to describe a diverse group of large, terrestrial birds belonging to the family Anhimidae. Also known as screamers, these unique birds are primarily found in South America and are known for their loud, shrill vocalizations.

Sense 1: Noun (singular)

1. (Zoology) A type of large, flightless bird native to South America, characterized by its long legs, robust body, and distinctive loud calls. It belongs to the family Anhimidae.

2. (Botany) A tropical plant with medicinal properties, commonly used in traditional herbal remedies.

Sense 2: Noun (plural: anhimas)

1. A collective term used to refer to a group of birds belonging to the family Anhimidae.

2. Figuratively, a group of people known for their loud or obnoxious behavior.

Sense 3: Verb (third person singular present: anhima)

1. (Informal) To produce a loud, shrill sound or cry, reminiscent of the vocalizations made by anhimas.

2. (Slang) To complain loudly or express dissatisfaction in a dramatic manner.

Sense 4: Adjective

1. (Informal) Describing something or someone as loud, attention-seeking, or obnoxious.

2. (Botany) Pertaining to or derived from the anhimas plant.

Sample Sentences:

The anhima is often considered one of the noisiest birds in the animal kingdom.

She brewed a tea using the anhimas plant to alleviate her headache.

We spotted a flock of anhimas flying across the wetlands.

Some tourists found the street performers amusing, but others thought they were a bunch of anhimas.

The forest echoed with the piercing anhima cries as the sun began to set.

He always anhima about his sore feet whenever he had to walk long distances.

She liked to wear anhimas-colored dresses to stand out in a crowd.

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