king·let
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Definition of kinglet
1
: any of several small birds (genus Regulus) that are related to the gnatcatchers
2
: a weak or petty king
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“Kinglet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kinglet. Accessed 8 Aug. 2022.
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king·let
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Kids Definition of kinglet
: a small active bird especially of wooded areas
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The first known use of kinglet was in 1603
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