Shorebird
noun
noun ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A bird, or species of birds, that is found near the edge of bodies of water.
- 2 any of numerous wading birds that frequent mostly seashores and estuaries wordnet
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More examples"Every year from April to August, the Refuge closes off the beach to the public so this small, stocky, sandy-colored shorebird can lay its eggs and rear its young in peace."
Etymology
From shore + bird.