Associations to the word «Phylum»

Wiktionary

PHYLUM, noun. (taxonomy) A rank in the classification of organisms, below kingdom and above class; also called a division, especially in describing plants; a taxon at that rank
PHYLUM, noun. (linguistics) A large division of possibly related languages, or a major language family which is not subordinate to another.

Dictionary definition

PHYLUM, noun. (linguistics) a large group of languages that are historically related.
PHYLUM, noun. (biology) the major taxonomic group of animals and plants; contains classes.

Wise words

Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.
Napoleon Hill