A kingfisherA small bird that often feeds on fish and lives near water. is a brightlyIn a vivid, noticeable way that stands out strongly. colored bird known for its large head, short tail, and long pointed bill. Most kingfishers catch fish, often by divingMoving quickly downward into liquid, usually to reach something below. into the water.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃər/
Easy pronunciation: KING-fish-er (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the first syllable.
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Kingfisher Meaning
a colorful fish-eating bird
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A brightly colored bird with a large head, short tail, and long sharp bill, usually feeding on fish.
Example: We saw a kingfisher flash past the river and dive for fish.
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Common Mistakes
- A kingfisher is not a kind of fish; it is a bird.
- The word refers to a specific bird group, so there are no direct everyday synonyms in the supplied data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does kingfisher mean?
A kingfisher is a brightly colored bird with a long pointed bill, usually known for catching fish.
What is a simple definition of kingfisher?
It means a colorful bird that eats fish.
What are kingfisher synonyms?
No direct synonyms were supplied in the source data for this sense.
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