swiftlet

• Существительное, обозначающее небольшую стрижиную птицу, обитающую в Восточной Азии, известную тем, что строит съедобные гнезда, используемые в супе из птичьих гнезд.

A noun referring to a small swift native to eastern Asia, known for producing the edible bird's nest used in bird's nest soup.

1. Small swift birdC1formal

   A small, fast-flying bird native to eastern Asia, known for producing edible nests made from solidified saliva.

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   • Swiftlets build their nests in dark caves.
   • The edible nests of swiftlets are used in bird's nest soup.
   • Swiftlets are known for their swift and agile flight.