dunlin

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Noun dunlin has 1 sense

red-backed sandpiper, dunlin, Erolia alpina - small common sandpiper that breeds in northern or arctic regions and winters in southern United States or Mediterranean regions
--₁ is a kind of sandpiper
--₁ is a member of Erolia, genus Erolia

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Dunlin

Definition:

A small migratory shorebird of the sandpiper family, characterized by its brownish-grey plumage and long, down-curved bill.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

A species of bird (Calidris alpina) found in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, known for its feeding behavior in intertidal zones.
A small dunlin that is commonly found near the coastal areas.

Usage:

The dunlin is known for its exceptional migratory abilities, with some individuals traveling over 10,000 kilometers.

Local birdwatchers were thrilled to spot a group of dunlins at the nearby wetlands.

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