Uncia

See also: uncia and uncía

Translingual

Etymology

Latin uncia (lynx, snow leopard), q.v.

Proper noun

Uncia f

  1. (obsolete) A taxonomic genus within the family Felidae – the ounce or snow leopard.

Usage notes

  • Uncia uncia (the sole member of this genus) is generally classified as Panthera uncia now, making this genus generally considered obsolete, but some sources do still use it.

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