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Definition of Turnix

1. Noun. Type genus of the Turnicidae: button quail.

Definition of Turnix

1. n. Any one of numerous species of birds belonging to Turnix or Hemipodius and allied genera of the family Turnicidæ. These birds resemble quails and partridges in general appearance and in some of their habits, but differ in important anatomical characteristics. The hind toe is usually lacking. They are found in Asia, Africa, Southern Europe, the East Indian Islands, and esp. in Australia and adjacent islands, where they are called quails (see Quail, n., 3.). See Turnicimorphæ.

Medical Definition of Turnix

1. Any one of numerous species of birds belonging to Turnix or Hemipodius and allied genera of the family Turnicidae. These birds resemble quails and partridges in general appearance and in some of their habits, but differ in important anatomical characteristics. The hind toe is usually lacking. They are found in Asia, Africa, Southern Europe, the East Indian Islands, and especially. In Australia and adjacent islands, where they are called quails (see Quail, 3). See Turnicimorphae. Origin: NL, fr. L. Coturnix a quail. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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