waterbird

noun

wa·​ter·​bird ˈwȯ-tər-ˌbərd 

ˈwä-

: a swimming or wading bird

Examples of waterbird in a Sentence

gulls, ducks, and other waterbirds

Recent Examples on the Web

Even a few feet of unmowed grass can benefit ducks and other waterbirds. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 30 May 2026

These large waterbirds disappeared across much of their breeding range in the early 20th century as wetlands were drained for agriculture. — Tom Langen, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025

Nesting waterbirds Herons, egrets and pelicans are putting on quite a show in mangroves and tree islands throughout South Florida. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026

How wildlife weathered the virus has historically been of little concern—wild birds and waterbirds particularly have been carrying flu strains for ages without serious issues. — Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 15 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for waterbird

• afterword
• firebird
• hummingbird
• ladybird
• mockingbird
• overheard
• thunderbird
• undergird
• undeterred
• absurd
• averred
• bluebird

Kids Definition

waterbird

noun

wa·​ter·​bird ˈwȯt-ər-ˌbərd 

: a swimming or wading bird