Broadbill (Noun)
Meaning 1
Diving ducks of North America having a bluish-grey bill.
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Meaning 2
Tropical American heron related to night herons.
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Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The broadbill is a medium-sized heron with a distinctive broad, flat bill.
- In the tropical wetlands of Central America, the broadbill can be found wading in shallow waters.
- The broadbill's plumage is a mottled mix of gray, brown, and white, providing excellent camouflage in its native habitat.
- During the breeding season, the broadbill's bill turns a vibrant yellow, a striking contrast to its otherwise subdued coloration.
- In the evenings, the broadbill joins other nocturnal birds, such as the night heron, in its search for small fish and crustaceans.
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Meaning 3
Small birds of the Old World tropics having bright plumage and short wide bills.
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Nouns denoting animals.
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Meaning 4
Freshwater duck of the northern hemisphere having a broad flat bill.
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Nouns denoting animals.