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sunbird

/ˈsʌnbɜːrd/ noun · British & US
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What does sunbird mean?

noun

A bird that is brightly coloured, typically with a long, curved beak, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. Sunbirds are known for their acrobatic flight and their ability to hover in mid-air while feeding on nectar.

Example

"The sunbird's iridescent feathers glistened in the sunlight as it flitted from flower to flower."

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