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Oilbird

Noun

Sense 1:

A large nocturnal bird native to the northern parts of South America, characterized by its ability to echolocate and its diet consisting mostly of fruits, particularly palm nuts.

Example sentence: The oilbird is known for its unique vocalizations and its ability to navigate in complete darkness.

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Sense 2:

A type of bat native to Trinidad and Tobago, characterized by its distinctive sound-producing fibula and its habit of nesting in caves.

Example sentence: The oilbird's elongated wings make it an excellent flyer with incredible maneuverability.

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Adjective

Sense 1:

Pertaining to or characteristic of the oilbird.

Example sentence: The oilbird populations face significant threats due to habitat destruction.

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