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great blue heron

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun great blue heron has 1 sense
  1. great blue heron, Ardea herodius - large American heron having bluish-gray plumage
    --1 is a kind of heron
    --1 is a member of Ardea, genus Ardea

Definitions from the Web

Great Blue Heron

Noun

A large wading bird with a bluish-grey body, black crown, and a long, pointed, yellow bill.

Example Sentence:

The great blue heron gracefully stood at the edge of the pond, patiently waiting for its prey.


Adjective

Excellent or impressive in magnitude, extent, or intensity.

Example Sentence:

The great blue heron's wingspan is truly magnificent.


Popular Usage

The term "great blue heron" is widely recognized and used to refer to the specific species known as Ardea herodias.

Example Sentence:

The great blue heron is a common sight in wetland areas across North America.


Local Usage

In some local communities, "great blue heron" may be used as a colloquial term to describe any large heron species found in that particular region.

Example Sentence:

Along the coast, locals affectionately call the great blue heron by the name "long-legs."


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