guillemot

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Noun guillemot has 1 sense

guillemot - small black or brown speckled auks of northern seas
--₁ is a kind of auk
--₁ is a member of Cepphus, genus Cepphus
--₁ has particulars:
black guillemot, Cepphus grylle; pigeon guillemot, Cepphus columba; murre

Definitions from the Web

Guillemot

Definition:

A guillemot is a seabird of the auk family, typically black and white with a pointed beak.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. Bird: A seabird of the auk family, typically black and white with a pointed beak.

Usage:

Popular: Guillemots are commonly found nesting on cliffs and diving in the sea.

Local: In coastal regions, the guillemot is known for its distinctive call and elegant flight patterns.

Sample Sentences:

1. The cliffs were alive with guillemots nesting precariously on narrow ledges.

2. During the summer, thousands of guillemots gather on the rocky shores.

3. I spotted a guillemot diving into the water to catch fish.

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