scissor-tailed

• Se dit d'un oiseau ou d'un animal dont la queue est longue et fourchue, évoquant une paire de ciseaux ouverts.

Describes a bird or animal that has a long, forked tail resembling open scissors.

1. Having a deeply forked tailC1formal

   Describes a bird whose tail is deeply forked, resembling open scissors.

   à queue fourchue

   • The scissor-tailed flycatcher is known for its elegant flight.
   • We spotted a scissor-tailed bird during our nature walk.
   • The scissor-tailed shape helps with agile maneuvering in the air.

   Synonymesswallow-tailed