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lapwing

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Main Entry:
lap·wing 
          Listen to the pronunciation of lapwing
Pronunciation:
\ˈlap-ˌwiŋ\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English, by folk etymology from Old English hlēapewince; akin to Old English hlēapan to leap and to Old English wincian to wink
Date:
14th century
: a crested Old World plover (Vanellus vanellus) noted for its slow irregular flapping flight and shrill wailing cry ; also : any of several related plovers


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