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weka

/ˈweɪ.kə/

翻译: 新西兰特有的不会飞的鸟类,属于秧鸡科,以其偷窃习性而闻名,翅膀短小,每只翅膀上有一根用于战斗的距。

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noun

C2formalcommon/ˈweɪ.kə/

A flightless New Zealand rail bird known for its thievish disposition, with short wings each bearing a spur used in fighting.

  • 🇨🇳新西兰特有的不会飞的鸟类,属于秧鸡科,以其偷窃习性而闻名,翅膀短小,每只翅膀上有一根用于战斗的距。
  1. Flightless New Zealand bird B2 formal

    A flightless bird native to New Zealand, known for its thievish nature and short wings with spurs used in fighting.

    • The weka is a curious bird that often steals shiny objects from campsites.
    • We spotted a weka foraging near the forest edge during our hike.
    • Farmers sometimes see wekas raiding their gardens for food.

    🇨🇳新西兰秧鸡