toucan

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Noun toucan has 1 sense

toucan - brilliantly colored arboreal fruit-eating bird of tropical America having a very large thin-walled beak
--₁ is a kind of piciform bird
--₁ is a member of Ramphastidae, family Ramphastidae
--₁ has particulars: toucanet

Definitions from the Web

Toucan

Definition:

A toucan is a tropical bird native to Central and South America, characterized by its large and colorful beak.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

A toucan refers to any bird belonging to the family Ramphastidae, known for its distinctive and vibrant beak.

Example sentences:

I spotted a flock of toucans perched on the tree branches.
The toucan's beak is a striking combination of bright orange, green, and yellow.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

As an adjective, toucan refers to something relating to or resembling a toucan.

Example sentences:

The toucan-shaped fruit bowl adds a tropical touch to the kitchen decor.
Her vibrant, toucan-inspired painting brought life to the room.