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Definition of willet

willet

/ˈwɪl.ɪt/
wil · let
Plural:willets
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• noun

1

North American A large, heavily built North American sandpiper (Tringa semipalmata) found in coastal and wetland habitats, distinguished by its thick bill, mottled gray or brown plumage, and a striking black-and-white wing pattern that flashes conspicuously in flight.

Example

"Through our binoculars, we watched a willet probing the mudflats for small crabs just as the tide began to recede."

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williamsport

Word Origin & Etymology

Originates from American English in the late 18th century; the name is imitative of the bird's loud, ringing call, which is often transcribed as 'pill-will-willet'.

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