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broadbill

/ˈbrɔːd.bɪl/

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noun

/ˈbrɔːd.bɪl/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее несколько видов птиц с широкими клювами, включая тропических американских цапель, нырковых уток, пресноводных уток и мелких тропических птиц Старого Света с ярким оперением.

A noun referring to any of several types of birds with broad bills, including tropical American herons, diving ducks, freshwater ducks, and small Old World tropical birds with bright plumage.

  1. Tropical American HeronC1formalamericanscientific

    A type of heron found in tropical America, related to night herons, known for its distinctive bill.

    ruТропическая американская цапля

    • The broadbill heron was spotted near the riverbank in Costa Rica.
    • Ornithologists studied the feeding habits of the tropical broadbill.
    • This tropical broadbill is rarely seen outside its native habitat.

    Synonymsboat-billed heronboatbill

  2. North American Diving DuckC1formalamericanscientific

    A diving duck native to North America, characterized by its bluish-grey bill.

    ruСевероамериканская нырковая утка

    • The broadbill duck dived gracefully into the lake.
    • Hunters often seek the broadbill for its plumage.
    • We observed a flock of broadbills migrating south for the winter.

    Synonymsbluebillscaup

  3. Northern Hemisphere DuckC1formalscientific

    A freshwater duck found in the northern hemisphere, recognized by its broad, flat bill.

    ruШироконоска

    • The broadbill ducklings followed its mother across the pond.
    • This species of broadbill is common in wetlands across Europe and Asia.
    • The broadbill's bill is perfectly adapted for filtering food from water.

    Synonymsshovelershovellerspoonbill

  4. Old World Tropical BirdC1formalscientific

    A small bird from the Old World tropics, known for its bright plumage and broad bill.

    ruШирококлюв

    • The broadbill's vibrant feathers make it a favorite among birdwatchers.
    • We spotted a broadbill perched on a branch in the rainforest.
    • These broadbills are known for their distinctive calls and colorful appearance.
Forms
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  • broadbills' possessive plural form
  • broadbill's possessive singular form