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guillemot

 

[ หˆษกษชlษ™mษ’t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A guillemot is a type of seabird belonging to the family Alcidae, which includes a variety of marine birds that are characterized by their elongated bodies and strong wings. These birds are commonly found in cold northern waters and are known for their diving capabilities, feeding primarily on fish and invertebrates. Guillemots are often seen nesting on steep cliffs, where they lay eggs that are pear-shaped to prevent rolling off.

Synonyms

auk, seabird

Examples of usage

  • The guillemot can dive to depths of over 200 feet to catch fish.
  • During breeding season, guillemots gather in large colonies on coastal cliffs.
  • The common guillemot is recognized by its distinctive dark plumage and white underbelly.

Translations

Translations of the word "guillemot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฟเคฒเฅ‡เคฎเฅ‹เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mรถwe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัŽะปัŒะผัƒั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฎใƒฌใƒขใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธธ๋ ˆ๋ชจํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบูˆูŠู„ู…ูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆตท้ธฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธะปัŒะผะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ›แƒแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ guillemot

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ guillemot

Etymology

The word 'guillemot' descends from the 18th-century French term 'guillemot', itself derived from the older word 'guillemot', which is thought to be based on the diminutive form of 'Guillaume', the French form of 'William'. The name reflects the characteristics of this group of birds and has been used in English since at least the early 19th century. The guillemot is notable for its unique breeding habits and social behavior, often nesting in densely populated colonies. The evolution of the guillemot is strongly linked to their adaptation to life in marine environments, showcasing their remarkable diving prowess and ability to thrive in cold waters.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,108, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.