Meaning of the word plover in English

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

plover

US /ˈplʌv.ɚ/

UK /ˈplʌv.ər/

a short-billed, short-necked, plump wading bird of the family Charadriidae, typically found on coasts or open grassland.

Example:

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We spotted a small plover foraging along the shoreline.

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The sound of the plover was distinct in the marsh.

Synonym:

shorebird wader