Year-bird

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Blyth's hornbill (Rhyticeros plicatus)

Synonyms

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blyth's hornbill

Etymology

From the old idea that a new wreath was added to its casque every year. Compare Dutch jaarvogel.

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