Shorebird

noun

noun ·2 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A bird, or species of birds, that is found near the edge of bodies of water.
  2. 2
    any of numerous wading birds that frequent mostly seashores and estuaries wordnet

Synonyms

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limicoline birdshore birdwader

Example

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"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.

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