stinkbird

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Noun stinkbird has 1 sense

hoatzin, hoactzin, stinkbird, Opisthocomus hoazin - crested ill-smelling South American bird whose young have claws on the first and second digits of the wings
--₁ is a kind of gallinaceous bird, gallinacean
--₁ is a member of Opisthocomus, genus Opisthocomus

Definitions from the Web

Term: Stinkbird

Description

A stinkbird is a type of bird known for its strong, unpleasant odor. They are predominantly found in tropical regions and belong to the family of New World vultures, known as Cathartidae. The stench produced by these birds serves as a defense mechanism to ward off potential threats.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Noun

1. (Zoology) A bird of the family Cathartidae with a strong-smelling secretion.

2. (Figurative) A person or thing that emits a foul odor.

Sense 2: Adjective

1. Having a strong, unpleasant odor.

Sample Sentences

1. As the hiker approached the decaying animal carcass, the stinkbird circling above became more apparent.

2. The smell of the rotten eggs filled the room, making it reminiscent of a stinkbird's nest.

3. The stinkbird's presence was detected from afar due to the repulsive scent it emitted.

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