Kingfisher
/ˈkɪŋfɪʃər/noun
A type of bird with bright colors and a long beak that catches fish.
The kingfisher dived swiftly into the water, returning with a small fish in its beak.
Often appears as...
- common kingfisher
- kingfisher bird
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Vivid Imagery
Kingfishers are often used in literature and poetry to describe vibrant scenes in nature.
The poet described the river, where the iridescent kingfisher became part of the living tapestry.
Pro Tip 2/3Diet Context
Use 'kingfisher' when referring to the bird's characteristic way of hunting fish.
Watching the kingfisher hunt, we were amazed by its precision.
Pro Tip 3/3Colorful Descriptions
Kingfishers are associated with striking colors, useful for describing vibrant beauty in creative writing.
Her dress was as blue as a kingfisher's plumage.
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