piping plover

noun

: a small pale plover (Charadrius melodus) chiefly of eastern North America

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The chicks, born to piping plovers Imani and Sea Rocket, emerged from their nest near Montrose Pier under the watchful eyes of volunteer bird monitors, who spent sunup to sundown waiting to confirm all four eggs had successfully hatched. Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026 According to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, there are fewer places for shorebirds like piping plovers and least terns to nest. Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2026 Montrose Beach resident piping plovers Imani and Sea Rocket are expecting a chick again. Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 May 2026 On-leash pets are allowed on certain beaches, though some areas are closed in spring and summer to help protect the nesting areas of endangered birds, like piping plovers. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for piping plover

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of piping plover was in 1828

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“Piping plover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/piping%20plover. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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