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alca torda

 

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Noun alca torda has 1 sense
  1. razorbill, razor-billed auk, Alca torda - black-and-white northern Atlantic auk having a compressed sharp-edged bill
    --1 is a kind of auk
    --1 is a member of Alca, genus Alca

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Term: Alca Torda

Description:

Alca Torda, commonly known as the Razorbill, is a species of seabird found in the northern parts of the Atlantic Ocean. It belongs to the Alcidae family and is known for its distinctive black and white plumage.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A seabird species (Alca Torda) of the Alcidae family, characterized by its black and white feathers and a sharp beak.

Example sentence: The Alca Torda is an agile diver, using its wings to swim underwater and catch fish.

Adjective (Popular):

1. Of or relating to the Razorbill bird species (Alca Torda).

Example sentence: The published book features amazing photographs of the Alca Torda species captured in their natural habitat.

Adjective (Local):

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of a specific region where Razorbill birds (Alca Torda) are found.

Example sentence: The local fisherman shared stories about the Alca Torda that nested along the cliffs near their village.

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