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Herring Gull

Definition: The herring gull is a large seabird belonging to the gull family. It is characterized by its white head and body, gray back, and yellow bill.

Senses:

1. Noun:

   1. A seabird (Larus argentatus) found mainly in coastal areas of North America and Europe.

   Example sentences:

   • The herring gull soared above the cliffs, searching for fish.
   • During our beach trip, we spotted a herring gull perched on a rock.

   Related products:

   • Herring Gull Figure
   • Herring Gull Plush Toy
   • Herring Gull Photography Book

2. Adjective:

   1. (Of a bird) Resembling or related to the herring gull.

   Example sentences:

   • The young gull had herring gull features, but its plumage was not fully developed.
   • We observed two herring gull chicks learning to fly near their nesting site.