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Macaw: meaning, definitions and examples

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macaw

 

[ mษ™หˆkษ”ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

Macaws are large, colorful birds belonging to the family Psittacidae. They are known for their vibrant feathers and long tails. Native to Central and South America, macaws are often found in tropical rainforests, where they play a vital role in the ecosystem. These birds are highly intelligent and are capable of mimicking human speech, making them popular in aviculture. Due to habitat loss and illegal pet trade, many species of macaws are threatened or endangered.

Synonyms

bird, parrot

Examples of usage

  • The macaw spread its wings in the vibrant sunlight.
  • She adopted a macaw that had been rescued from illegal trading.
  • Macaws are known for their playful nature and strong social bonds.
  • The bright colors of the macaw caught everyone's attention at the zoo.

Translations

Translations of the word "macaw" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arara

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅˆเค•เฅ‰ (maikษ”)

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ara

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kakatua

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ara

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚ซใ‚ฆ (makau)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ara

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ guacamayo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท makav

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™๊ธˆ๊ฐ•์•ต๋ฌด (honggeumgang-aengmu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุจุบุงุก ู…ุงูƒุงูˆ (babghaa' makaw)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arara

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ arara

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้‡‘ๅˆš้นฆ้น‰ (jฤซngฤng yฤซngwว”)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ara

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ makรณi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะบะพ (mako)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ™แƒแƒฃ (mak'aw)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mako

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ guacamayo

Etymology

The word 'macaw' comes from the Portuguese term 'maquau', which is believed to derive from the native Tupi language term 'macaรบ'. The use of the word dates back to the 16th century when European explorers first documented these exotic birds in the Americas. Macaws have long been admired for their striking plumage and intelligence, leading to their popularity both in the wild and in captivity. In the wild, macaws are known to form strong social bonds and frequently engage in playful interactions with one another. Their ability to mimic sounds, including human voices, has also contributed to their status as beloved pets in various cultures worldwide. However, as their natural habitats have been encroached upon by human activities, the term 'macaw' has increasingly become associated with conservation efforts aimed at protecting these majestic birds.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,524, 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.