Meaning of the word oystercatcher in English
What does oystercatcher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
oystercatcher
US /ˈɔɪ.stɚˌkætʃ.ɚ/
UK /ˈɔɪ.stəˌkætʃ.ər/
Noun
a large, noisy wading bird with black and white plumage and a strong, orange-red bill, that feeds on mollusks and other invertebrates on the seashore
Example:
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We spotted an oystercatcher foraging along the shoreline.
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The distinctive call of the oystercatcher echoed across the dunes.
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