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european cuckoo

 

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Noun european cuckoo has 1 sense
  1. European cuckoo, Cuculus canorus - common European cuckoo having a distinctive two-note call; lays eggs in the nests of other birds
    --1 is a kind of cuckoo
    --1 is a member of Cuculus, genus Cuculus

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European Cuckoo

Definition:

The European Cuckoo, scientific name Cuculus canorus, is a migratory bird species belonging to the Cuculidae family. It is well-known for its unique breeding behavior of laying eggs in the nests of other bird species.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A bird species found in Europe, known for its distinct call and brood parasitism.

Example: The European Cuckoo is the most famous brood parasite bird in Europe.

Sense 2:

Noun - Informal usage to refer to a person who constantly moves or changes their residence.

Example: John has been a bit of a European Cuckoo, always relocating from one city to another.

Sense 3:

Adj. - Relating to or characteristic of Europe.

Example: We enjoyed an evening of European Cuckoo music at the concert hall.

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