Meaning of the word emu in English

What does emu mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

emu

US /ˈiː.mjuː/
UK /ˈiː.mjuː/
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Noun

a large, flightless, fast-running Australian bird, similar to an ostrich but smaller, with shaggy greyish-brown plumage and a long neck and legs.

Example:
The emu is the second-largest living bird by height.
We saw an emu running across the field.