Beak (Noun)
Meaning 2
Beaklike mouth of animals other than birds (e.g., turtles).
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The alligator's beak snapped shut just inches from the fish's tail.
- The turtle's beak was strong enough to crack open the shell of a snail.
- The platypus's beak was covered in soft, leathery skin that was highly sensitive to touch.
- The beak of the crocodile was long and pointed, perfect for catching fish in the water.
- The beak of the pike fish was sharp and pointed, allowing it to spear its prey with ease.
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Meaning 3
A beaklike, tapering tip on certain plant structures.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The flower's beak is a prominent tapering tip that contains the pistils and stamens.
- The beak on the aloe plant's seed pod splits open to release the seeds.
- The beaklike tip on the pine cone is where the seeds are stored.
- Certain orchids have modified petals that form a beak that guides pollinators towards the reproductive structures.
- The beak on the seed pod of the eucalyptus tree bursts open in a characteristic manner when ripe.
Meaning 4
Horny projecting mouth of a bird.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The parrot's vibrant plumage was matched only by the brightly colored feathers surrounding its beak.
- The eagle's sharp beak was perfect for tearing flesh from its unsuspecting prey.
- As the bird sang its morning song, its beak opened wide revealing a small pink interior.
- The canary's tiny beak pecked gently at the seeds in its cage, searching for its breakfast.
- The falcon's sleek beak sliced through the air as it dove towards its target with deadly precision.