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sand martin

 

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Noun sand martin has 1 sense
  1. bank martin, bank swallow, sand martin, Riparia riparia - swallow of the northern hemisphere that nests in tunnels dug in clay or sand banks
    --1 is a kind of martin
    --1 is a member of Riparia, genus Riparia

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Sand Martin

Noun:

1. A small migratory bird of the swallow family, with brown and white plumage, that nests in colonies in burrows in sandy banks or cliffs.

Example sentence: The sand martin is known for its impressive long-distance migrations, often covering thousands of kilometers each year.

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Noun:

2. (British) A sandpiper.

Example sentence: During our coastal walk, we spotted a sand martin foraging for food along the shore.

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Adjective:

3. (local) Popular or well-known in a specific area or among a particular group of people.

Example sentence: The sand martin café is a local favorite, serving delicious coffee and pastries.

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