skylark

• Ave canora europeia de cor marrom mosqueada, famosa pelo canto melodioso que emite enquanto voa a grande altura; em português, o termo costuma designar a calhandra-comum (Alauda arvensis).

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.

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   • 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.

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• Verbo antigo que significa fazer travessuras, brincar de forma alegre e agitada ou participar de folias barulhentas, geralmente de maneira brincalhona ou levada.

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.

   Brincar agitadamente

   • 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.

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