skylark

• Ein braun gefleckter europäischer Singvogel (Alauda arvensis), der für seinen charakteristischen Gesang bekannt ist, den er oft im Singflug in großer Höhe vorträgt.

A brown-speckled European lark known for its distinctive song, often sung while hovering at a great height.

1. A type of birdB2formalbritish

   A small brown-speckled European lark known for its melodious song, often sung while hovering high in the sky.

   Feldlerche

   • The skylark's song filled the early morning air.
   • We watched a skylark ascend and hover above the field.
   • Farmers often hear skylarks singing over the meadows.

   Synonymelark

• Veraltetes Verb mit der Bedeutung, ausgelassen zu scherzen, zu tollen oder an lautem, übermütigem Vergnügen teilzunehmen, oft in spielerischer oder schelmischer Art.

An obsolete verb meaning to play pranks, frolic, or engage in boisterous fun, often in a playful or mischievous manner.

1. Play boisterouslyC1informalbritish

   To engage in playful, lively, or mischievous activity, often in a noisy or energetic way.

   Herumtollen

   • The children were skylarking in the garden after school.
   • They spent the afternoon skylarking around the park.
   • The teacher told the students to stop skylarking and focus on their work.

   Synonymecavortdisportfrolicgambolrollickrompsport

   Antonymelabortoilwork