Latin name

Noun

Meaning

Latin name (plural Latin names)

The formal Latin or Latinized name of a biological taxon according to an internationally accepted standard, especially the formal name of a species or subspecific taxon.
Panthera leo is the Latin name for the lion.
Fagaceae is the Latin name for the oak family.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

scientific name

Antonyms

common name

Examples

A plant’s Latin name is the only way to know for certain what you’ll be getting when you buy plants. Source: Internet

Yes, the culinary herb’s Latin name is “Artemisia dracunculus” and it’s associated with dragons. Source: Internet

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