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Definition of kingfisher

kingfisher

/ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃ.ər/
king · fish · er
Plural:kingfishers
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kingfisher Lexical Profile

kingfisher Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of numerous brightly colored birds of the family Alcedinidae, typically characterized by a large head, short tail, and long, pointed bill, found globally in varied habitats and often known for diving into water to catch small fish.

Example

"We watched in awe as a brilliantly colored kingfisher dove swiftly from an overhanging branch and emerged with a small silver fish in its beak."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

king snake
kingbird
kingfish
kingfisher
kingfisher daisy
kinglet
kingston

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 15th century, originally as 'king's fisher', likely due to the bird's exceptional fishing abilities, striking plumage, and regal appearance.

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