1. a taxonomic group or category, such as a species, genus, or family
Usage: biology; taxonomy

Examples

• The biologist identified a new taxon of beetle in the rainforest.
• Each taxon in the classification system represents a different level of organization.
• The genus is a higher taxon than the species.
• Scientists debate whether this group should be considered a separate taxon.
• The taxon includes all members of the cat family.
• Researchers studied the evolutionary relationships between different taxa.