Emu: meaning, definitions and examples
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emu
[ หiหmuห ]
bird species
The emu is a large flightless bird native to Australia. It is the second-largest living bird in the world by height, after the ostrich. Emus are known for their long legs, long necks, and distinctive plumage, which consists of soft, hair-like feathers. These birds are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of plants and insects. Emus play a significant role in Australian ecosystems as seed dispersers and are also farmed for their meat and oil.
Synonyms
none.
Examples of usage
- The emu can run at speeds up to 30 mph.
- Emus are often seen in open plains and forests.
- The emu is a symbol of Australia.
- In some cultures, emu oil is used for medicinal purposes.
Translations
Translations of the word "emu" in other languages:
๐ต๐น emu
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฎเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Emu
๐ฎ๐ฉ emu
๐บ๐ฆ ะตะผั
๐ต๐ฑ emu
๐ฏ๐ต ใจใใฅใผ
๐ซ๐ท รฉmeu
๐ช๐ธ emu
๐น๐ท emu
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ฎค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุฅูู ู
๐จ๐ฟ emu
๐ธ๐ฐ emu
๐จ๐ณ ้ธธ้น
๐ธ๐ฎ emu
๐ฎ๐ธ emu
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะผั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแฃ
๐ฆ๐ฟ emu
๐ฒ๐ฝ emu
Etymology
The word 'emu' is derived from the Portuguese word 'ema', which means 'large bird'. The term was later absorbed into the English language via French. Emus were named when European settlers arrived in Australia and encountered these unique birds. They have been part of the Australian landscape for thousands of years, and their importance is reflected in various aspects of Australian culture, folklore, and wildlife conservation efforts. The emu's distinctive characteristics have made it an iconic species in Australia, and it has gained international recognition due to its unique adaptations and role in the ecosystem.