Kittiwake (Noun)
Meaning
Small pearl-grey gull of northern regions; nests on cliffs and has a rudimentary hind toe.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The kittiwake's distinctive call echoed across the vast, barren landscape of the Arctic tundra.
- A flock of kittiwakes flew overhead, their small forms silhouetted against the gray sky as they made their way to their cliffside nesting grounds.
- During the breeding season, the kittiwake's pearl-grey feathers turned a slightly darker shade, complementing its snow-white patches.
- Kittiwakes were among the first birds returning to the cliffs after the long winter, their shrieking cries welcoming the return of warmer weather.
- The rudimentary hind toe of the kittiwake made it poorly suited for walking, and it generally took to the air to find food and avoid predators.