kea
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.kea
noun \ˈkē-ə\Definition of KEA
: a large mostly dull green New Zealand parrot (Nestor notabilis) that is normally insectivorous but sometimes destroys sheep by slashing the back to feed on the kidney fat
Origin of KEA
Maori
First Known Use: 1862
Kea
geographical name \ˈkā-ä\Definition of KEA
island Greece in NW Cyclades; chief town Kea area 67 square miles (174 square kilometers)
Variants of KEA
Kea or ancient Ce·os \ˈsē-ˌäs\
kea
noun (Concise Encyclopedia)Large, stocky parrot (Nestor notabilis, subfamily Nestorinae) of New Zealand. It lives in mountain habitats and is known for its curious and playful character. However, the kea occasionally tears into sheep carcasses to get at the fat around the kidneys; sometimes it attacks live sheep.
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