Aegolius

Pronunciation: /iːˈɡoʊliəs/

Definitions of aegolius

noun Aegolius is a genus of small owls, commonly known as saw-whet owls.

Example Sentences

A1 The aegolius is a small owl that lives in the forests.

A2 A sighting of the aegolius was reported by the birdwatchers.

B1 The aegolius is known for its ability to hunt silently at night.

B2 Researchers are studying the behavior of the aegolius in its natural habitat.

C1 The aegolius species has adapted well to changes in its environment.

C2 The intricate markings on the aegolius's feathers make it a beautiful sight to behold.

Examples of aegolius in a Sentence

formal The aegolius is a genus of small owls found in North America and Eurasia.

informal I spotted an aegolius perched on a tree branch while hiking in the forest.

slang That aegolius owl is so cute with its big eyes and tiny body.

figurative The aegolius symbolizes wisdom and mystery in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of aegolius

• past tense: aegoliused
• plural: aegolii
• comparative: more aegolius
• superlative: most aegolius
• present tense: aegolius
• future tense: will aegolius
• perfect tense: have aegoliused
• continuous tense: is aegoliusing
• singular: aegolius
• positive degree: aegolius
• infinitive: to aegolius
• gerund: aegoliusing
• participle: aegoliused

Origin and Evolution of aegolius

First Known Use: 1758 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aegolius' originates from Latin.

Evolution of the word: The word 'aegolius' originally referred to a genus of owls, specifically the northern hawk owl. Over time, it has come to be used as a scientific term to classify certain species of owls within the Strigidae family.