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Definition of jacana

jacana

/ˌʒɑːsəˈnɑː/
ja · ca · na
Plural:jacanas
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jacana Lexical Profile

jacana Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several tropical wading birds of the family Jacanidae, characterized by exceptionally long toes and claws that allow them to distribute their weight and walk on floating aquatic vegetation such as lily pads.

Example

"While exploring the wetlands of Costa Rica, the researchers were thrilled to spot a northern jacana delicately stepping across the broad lily pads."

• Rhymes for jacana

• Nearby Words

jaborosa
jaboticaba
jacamar
jacana
jacaranda
jacaranda snake
jack

Word Origin & Etymology

From Portuguese 'jaçanã', which was borrowed from the Tupi word 'yaha'nã', a native term originally referring to various types of water birds.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jacana. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jacana
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