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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

whirlybird

/ˈhwɜːrlɪbɜːrd/ noun · British & US
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What does whirlybird mean?

noun

A whirlybird is a colloquial term for a helicopter, especially one used for rescue or medical purposes. It can also refer to a type of windmill or a device that generates electricity from wind power.

Example

"The whirlybird landed safely on the rooftop, rescuing the stranded hikers."

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