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Definition of Shorebird
1. Noun. Any of numerous wading birds that frequent mostly seashores and estuaries.
Generic synonyms: Wader, Wading Bird
Group relationships: Charadrii, Suborder Charadrii
Specialized synonyms: Plover, Sandpiper, Aphriza Virgata, Surfbird, Woodcock, Snipe, Curlew, Godwit, Himantopus Stilt, Long-legs, Longlegs, Stilt, Stilt Plover, Stiltbird, Australian Stilt, Stilt, Avocet, Oyster Catcher, Oystercatcher, Phalarope, Glareole, Pratincole, Courser, Burhinus Oedicnemus, Stone Curlew, Thick-knee
Definition of Shorebird
1. Noun. A bird, or species of birds, that is found near the edge of bodies of water. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Shorebird
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Shorebird
Literary usage of Shorebird
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Ecosystem Matters: Activity and Resource Guide for Environmental Educators by Mary Adams (1995)
"Have students draw or design the perfect shorebird from junk and be ready to explain
... shorebird Management Manual, Douglas L. Helmers, Western Hemisphere ..."
2. Island Song Lyrics Volume 6 by Larry W. Jones (2004)
"shorebird (03/27/2004) (song#2767) Set in the peaceful waters clear and warm An
island lass is strolling with her charms The shorebird runs along and sings ..."
3. Birds of North Americaby Jim Roetzel by Jim Roetzel (2007)
"Ironically, this abundant shorebird inhabits grasslands, not shores. ...
The world's smallest shorebird, the Least Sandpiper is one of a group called "peeps ..."
4. Adventure Guide to New Zealand by Bette Flagler (2005)
"The area adjacent to the Miranda shorebird Centre is the destination of over 100
species of birds, including many from the Arctic (no complaining about how ..."
5. Island Song Lyrics by Larry W. Jones (2003)
"Love's Variety Show (08/26/2002) (#189) I used to believe the worst things I
heard Before I listened to the little shorebird He said don't believe ..."
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