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Definitions for superfamily
ˈsu pərˌfæm ə li, -ˌfæm lisu·per·fam·i·ly
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Princeton's WordNet
superfamilynoun
(biology) a taxonomic group ranking below an order but above a family
Wiktionary
superfamilynoun
A taxonomic category above family and below order (and its subdivisions).
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superfamily
A superfamily is a high-ranking classification in biological taxonomy. In biology, it designates a group of related proteins, genes or organisms that share common characteristics suggesting they have a common evolutionary origin. This group is hierarchically above the rank of family but below the rank of order. It's often used in disciplines such as zoology, virology, botany, and molecular biology. The nomenclature in different domains of biology may vary.
Webster Dictionary
Superfamilynoun
a group intermediate between a family and a suborder
Wikidata
Superfamily
Superfamily in biology is a taxonomic rank immediately above family.
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Superfamily
sū′pėr-fam-i-li, n. a group in classification between a suborder and a family, a group of families.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of superfamily in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of superfamily in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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