crossbill

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Noun crossbill has 1 sense

crossbill, Loxia curvirostra - finch with a bill whose tips cross when closed
--₁ is a kind of finch
--₁ is a member of Loxia, genus Loxia

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Crossbill

Noun

1. A small passerine bird of the finch family, characterized by its distinctive crossed bill tips, used for extracting seeds from conifer cones.

Sample sentence: The crossbill's unique bill adaptation enables it to extract seeds from pine cones with ease.

Verb

1. To intersect or cross one another, particularly at an oblique angle.

Sample sentence: The paths crossbill near the park entrance, providing a picturesque view of the surrounding landscape.

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of a specific region or locality.

Sample sentence: The crossbill species found in this area showcases its local adaptation to the unique environment.