scientific name

[sahy-uhn-tif-ik naym] / ˈsaɪ ənˌtɪf ɪk ˈneɪm /

NOUN

genus and species epithet

Synonyms

WEAK

binomen binomial name binomial nomenclature scientific epithet taxonomic name trinomen trinomial name

Example Sentences

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Viewers were invited to submit a proposed scientific name along with a justification.

From Science Daily • Feb. 7, 2026

The scientific name proposed for the new Nullarbor species is Bettongia haoucharae.

From Science Daily • Dec. 13, 2025

She has given the new fish a scientific name with a personal twist: Harriota avia.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2024

Separate from WHO’s decision, ICTV’s poxvirus group had a vote on whether to change the scientific name for the virus that causes mpox.

From Science Magazine • Apr. 3, 2024

The scientific name for the giant panda is Ailuropoda melanoleuca.

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh