Swan: meaning, definitions and examples

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swan

 

[ swษ’n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beautiful bird

A swan is a large bird with a long neck, typically all white with a graceful appearance. Swans are known for their elegance and are often seen on lakes and ponds.

Synonyms

bird, cygnet, waterfowl

Examples of usage

  • The swan glided gracefully across the water.
  • Swans are a symbol of love and fidelity.
Context #2 | Noun

graceful movement

To move in a swan-like manner; to glide or float smoothly and gracefully.

Synonyms

float, glide, graceful

Examples of usage

  • She swanned into the room, exuding elegance and poise.
  • The dancer swanned across the stage with effortless grace.

Translations

Translations of the word "swan" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cisne

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเค‚เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schwan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ angsa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะตะฑั–ะดัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚abฤ™dลบ

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็™ฝ้ณฅ (ใฏใใกใ‚‡ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cygne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cisne

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kuฤŸu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฑ์กฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฌุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ labuลฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ labuลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคฉ้น… (tiฤn'รฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ labod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ svanur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›า›ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ”แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qu quลŸu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cisne

Etymology

The word 'swan' has Old English origins, with roots in Germanic languages. Swans have been depicted in art and literature for centuries, symbolizing beauty, grace, and purity. In various cultures, swans are associated with love, loyalty, and transformation. They are revered for their majestic appearance and serene presence.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,787, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.