Linnaeus Definition & Meaning

linnaeus
noun
  1. Swedish botanist who proposed the modern system of biological nomenclature (1707-1778)

"Linnaeus" in song lyrics

See how linnaeus is used in real songs:

  • "carol von linnaeus"
    AOL — AOL
  • "carl linnaeus"
    AOL — AOL

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