burhinus

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Noun burhinus has 1 sense

Burhinus, genus Burhinus - type genus of the Burhinidae: stone curlews
--₁ is a kind of bird genus
--₁ is a member of Burhinidae, family Burhinidae
--₁ has members: stone curlew, thick-knee, Burhinus oedicnemus

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Burhinus

Definition: Burhinus is a genus of medium to large-sized birds in the family Burhinidae, commonly known as thick-knees. They are primarily found in Africa, Asia, and South America.

Usage examples:

Noun (singular): The burhinus typically has long legs and a distinct pattern on its feathers.
Noun (plural): We observed a group of burhinus flying across the river.
Adjective: The burhinus bird is known for its unique call.
Verb: If you go birdwatching, you might spot a burhinus in its natural habitat.

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