peewit

• 指旧大陆一种大型凤头麦鸡，有耳羽簇和距；也指北美东部一种小型橄榄色森林鹟。

A noun referring to a large crested Old World plover with wattles and spurs, or a small olive-colored woodland flycatcher of eastern North America.

1. A type of bird (lapwing)C1formalbritish

   A large crested Old World plover with wattles and spurs, known for its distinctive call.

   凤头麦鸡

   • The peewit's call echoed across the marshland.
   • Farmers often see peewits in the fields during spring.
   • A flock of peewits took flight as we approached.

   同义词green ploverlapwingpewit

2. A type of bird (wood-pewee)C1formalamerican

   A small olive-colored woodland flycatcher found in eastern North America.

   林绿霸鹟

   • The peewit perched on a low branch, waiting for insects.
   • Birdwatchers spotted a peewit in the forest clearing.
   • The peewit's song is a soft, plaintive whistle.

   同义词peeweepewee