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Definition of longclaw

longclaw

/ˈlɔːŋˌklɔː/
long · claw
Plural:longclaws
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longclaw Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Any of several ground-dwelling African birds of the genus Macronyx in the wagtail and pipit family, characterized by an exceptionally long hind claw and typically bright yellow, orange, or pink underparts.

Example

"The ornithologist carefully documented the foraging behavior of the yellow-throated longclaw in the Kenyan savanna."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

A descriptive compound of 'long' and 'claw', named for the unusually elongated hind claws characteristic of this genus of birds.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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