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petrel

/ˈpɛt.rəl/

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noun

C2formalcommonscientific/ˈpɛt.rəl/

A relatively small, long-winged seabird with tube-shaped nostrils, known for flying far from land over the open ocean.

  • 🇷🇺Относительно небольшая длиннокрылая морская птица с трубчатыми ноздрями, известная тем, что летает далеко от суши над открытым океаном.
  1. Seabird C1 formal

    A relatively small, long-winged, tube-nosed seabird that typically flies far from land, often over the open ocean.

    • The storm petrel is known for its ability to fly in rough weather.
    • Petrels are often seen gliding over the waves far from the coast.
    • Ornithologists study the migration patterns of the petrel.

    🇷🇺Морская птица

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