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Beak (Noun)

Meaning 1

Informal terms for the nose.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Synonyms

  • Snoot
  • Honker
  • Hooter
  • Snout
  • Nozzle
  • Schnoz
  • Schnozzle

Hypernyms

  • Olfactory Organ

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.

Related Words

  • Beak (verb)

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.

Synonyms

  • Nib
  • Pecker
  • Neb
  • Bill

Related Words

  • Beak (verb)
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