Burhinus

noun

Bu·​rhi·​nus

byüˈrīnəs

: the type genus of Burhinidae including a number of typical stone curlews see thick-knee

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek bou- (from bous cow, ox) + New Latin -rhinus; from an incorrect illustration showing a broad bill

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