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kiskadee

/kis-kuh-dee/US // ˈkɪs kəˌdi //

纪晓岚,纪元,纪晓波,纪晓辉

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : any of several American flycatchers of the genus Pitangus, especially P. sulphuratus, ranging from the southwest U.S. to Argentina and noted for their loud calls and aggressive nature.

Examples

  • Pitangus sulphuratus guatimalensis (Lafresnaye): Great Kiskadee.

  • Luncheon on the day following the kiskadee bird's narrow squeak for his life was a dreary affair for Mr. Fitzhugh Carroll.