Glossary

synonym

In zoological nomenclature, any of two or more names of the same taxonomic rank used to denote the same taxon. Names referred to as synonyms are not usually valid in the current sense.

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carbonate hardness
Measure of the alkalinity of water as dictated by the presence of bicarbonate and carbonate ions. Usually expressed as parts per million, milligrams per litre, or degrees (dKH) of which 1 dKH corresponds to 17.848 ppm. Sometimes used a synonym for, but not equivalent to, temporary hardness.
junior synonym
In zoological nomenclature, the more recently-established synonym if two or more exist.
objective synonym
Each of two or more synonyms referring to nominal taxa with the same name-bearing type, or, in the cases of family-group and genus-group taxa, referring to nominal taxa with name-bearing types whose own names are themselves objectively synonymous.
senior synonym
Of two or more synonyms: the earlier established or if established simultaneously the one taking precedence.
synonymous
Having the same or similar meaning, significance or implication; being a synonym of something.
synonymy
The quality or state of being synonymous; a list or record of all synonyms that have been applied to a species or group
taxon
A taxonomic group or category of any rank, such as a species, genus family, or class.
taxonomic
Of or relating to taxonomy.
zoological nomenclature
Taxonomic system of scientific names for zoological taxa and the provisions for the formation, treatment, and use of those names. See ICZN.

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