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Term: Merl

Description:

Merl is a noun that refers to a small bird of the thrush family, native to Europe and North Africa. It is known for its distinctive black plumage and orange, bill which is used for digging in the ground.

Senses:

• Sense 1: A bird species of the thrush family with black plumage and an orange bill.
• Sense 2: A last name of French origin.

Usages:

1. Usage 1: The merl bird builds its nests high up in the trees.
2. Usage 2: The surname Merl can be traced back to medieval France.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

1. The melodic song of the merl bird filled the forest.
2. I spotted a vibrant merl perched on a branch nearby.

Sense 2:

1. Mr. Merl inherited the historic family estate.
2. Emma Merl is a talented artist renowned for her sculptures.

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• Birds of Europe: Merls and Other Thrushes
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To learn more about the surname Merl, you may find these related products interesting:

• The Origins of Last Names: Unraveling the History of Merl
• French Surnames: From Merl to Other Unique Last Names