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Definition of baza

baza

/ˈbɑːzə/
ba · za
Plural:bazas
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baza Lexical Profile

baza Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several small to medium-sized birds of prey in the genus Aviceda, native to Africa, Asia, and Australia, typically characterized by a prominent crest and a diet consisting largely of insects and small reptiles.

Example

"The Pacific baza is known for its striking yellow eyes and the distinctive crest on the back of its head."

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• Rhymes for baza

• Nearby Words

bay
bayberry
bayonet
baza
bead
beaded lizard
beagle

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Hindi 'bāz' and Persian 'bāz', meaning 'hawk' or 'falcon'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Baza. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/baza
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