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Definition of ibis

ibis

/ˈaɪ.bɪs/
i · bis
Plural:ibises
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ibis Lexical Profile

ibis Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of various large wading birds of the family Threskiornithidae, characterized by a long, slender, downward-curving bill, a long neck, and long legs, inhabiting wetlands and plains in warm regions worldwide.

Example

"The sacred ibis was heavily venerated in ancient Egyptian culture and was frequently mummified as an offering to the gods."

• Nearby Words

iberian cross marked snake
iberis
ibex
ibis
ica
icaco
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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'ibis', borrowed from Ancient Greek 'îbis', which traces back to the Ancient Egyptian word 'hbj' (hebi), referring to the sacred bird associated with the god Thoth.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ibis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ibis
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