"nectarivory" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} nectarivory (uncountable)
  1. (zoology) The eating of nectar, especially as a major part of the diet of a particular species of animal. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Zoology Synonyms: nectivory Related terms: nectarivore, nectarivorous
    Sense id: en-nectarivory-en-noun-phxjSY-N Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, natural-sciences, zoology

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