Oystercatcher (Noun)
Meaning
Black-and-white shorebird with stout legs and bill; feed on oysters etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The oystercatcher's distinctive call echoed across the beach as it searched for its next meal.
- A flock of oystercatchers gathered at the water's edge, their brightly colored bills a stark contrast to their black and white feathers.
- The oystercatcher's stout legs allowed it to wade into the shallow water in search of oysters and other shellfish.
- As the tide went out, the oystercatcher made its way across the exposed mudflats, probing for hidden mussels and clams.
- The oystercatcher's powerful bill was perfectly adapted for prying open the shells of its favorite foods, including oysters and snails.