auk
US /ɔːk/
UK /ɔːk/
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a short-necked, diving seabird of northern seas, with a short tail and small wings.
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The puffin is a type of auk.
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We spotted several auks diving for fish near the cliffs.
a short-necked, diving seabird of northern seas, with a short tail and small wings.