Meaning of the word woodpecker in English

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

woodpecker

US /ˈwʊdˌpek.ɚ/
UK /ˈwʊdˌpek.ər/
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Noun

a bird with a strong beak and a long, sticky tongue, that feeds on insects by drilling holes in tree trunks

Example:
The woodpecker tapped rhythmically on the old oak tree.
We spotted a rare species of woodpecker in the forest.