barbet

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Noun barbet has 1 sense

barbet - small brightly colored stout-billed tropical bird having short weak wings
--₁ is a kind of piciform bird
--₁ is a member of Capitonidae, family Capitonidae

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Barbet

Definition:

A barbet is a medium-sized sporting dog breed known for its dense, curly or wavy coat.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A breed of medium-sized dog with a curly or wavy coat, typically used for hunting waterfowl.

Example Sentence:

The barbet is an excellent swimmer and retrieves ducks effortlessly.