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curlew sandpiper

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun curlew sandpiper has 1 sense
  1. curlew sandpiper, Calidris Ferruginea - Old World sandpiper with a curved bill like a curlew
    --1 is a kind of sandpiper
    --1 is a member of Calidris, genus Calidris

Definitions from the Web

Curlew Sandpiper

Definition:

The Curlew Sandpiper is a species of small to medium-sized migratory shorebird belonging to the family Scolopacidae.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: The Curlew Sandpiper is known for its long bill.

Senses:

Sense 1: A migratory shorebird

Usages:

  • Usage 1: Birdwatchers gathered along the coast to observe the flocks of Curlew Sandpipers during migration season.
  • Usage 2: The Curlew Sandpiper's distinctive colors and patterns make it a favorite subject for nature photographers.
  • Usage 3: Researchers are studying the behavior and feeding habits of Curlew Sandpipers in their native breeding grounds.

Sample Sentences:

  • The Curlew Sandpiper traveled thousands of miles during its annual migration.
  • With its slender bill, the Curlew Sandpiper probes the mud for small crustaceans.
  • I spotted a flock of Curlew Sandpipers along the shoreline, gracefully feeding in the shallow water.

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