Puffin: meaning, definitions and examples
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puffin
[ หpสfษชn ]
bird species
A puffin is a seabird with a distinctive colorful beak and a black and white body, commonly known for its charming appearance and skilled diving abilities. Puffins are typically found in the North Atlantic and are considered excellent fliers and swimmers.
Synonyms
Fratercula, sea parrot
Examples of usage
- The puffin can dive up to 60 meters to catch fish.
- During summer, puffins come to land to breed.
- We saw a puffin colony during our trip to Iceland.
Translations
Translations of the word "puffin" in other languages:
๐ต๐น puffin
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคซเคฟเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Papageitaucher
๐ฎ๐ฉ puffin
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัั ัะฒะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ maskonur
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใฃใณ
๐ซ๐ท macareux
๐ช๐ธ frailecillo
๐น๐ท puffin
๐ฐ๐ท ํผํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูู
๐จ๐ฟ pufin
๐ธ๐ฐ pufin
๐จ๐ณ ๆตท้
๐ธ๐ฎ pufin
๐ฎ๐ธ lundi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟัั ัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแคแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ pafฤฑn
๐ฒ๐ฝ frailecillo
Etymology
The word โpuffinโ originates from the late Middle English word โpouffinโ, which referred to a type of petrel. The origins can be traced further back to the Old French โpouffonโ, derived from โpuffโ, suggesting the bird's puffed appearance due to its bill and distinctive silhouette. The name evolved over time, especially as people became familiar with this unique seabird, which belongs to the family Alcidae. Puffins have been part of folklore and culture in regions they inhabit for centuries, revered for their beauty and interesting behaviors, such as their ability to carry multiple fish in their beaks while returning to their nests. Their striking appearance has made them popular in wildlife documentaries and birdwatching enthusiasts, further enhancing their association with coastal environments.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #37,341, 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.
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