Grus

Other forms: Gruss

Definitions of Grus
  1. noun
    a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix
    synonyms: Crane
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    example of:
    constellation
    a configuration of stars as seen from the earth
  2. noun
    type genus of the Gruidae: typical cranes
    synonyms: genus Grus
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    type of:
    bird genus
    a genus of birds
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