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egret

/ˈɛɡrɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does egret mean?

noun

A long-legged, long-necked wading bird with a slender bill, typically white or pale yellow with a black back and wings.

Example

"The egret's elegant dance was a sight to behold as it waded through the shallow waters."

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