Definition of "plover" [plov•er]

• Any of various widely distributed wading birds of the family Charadriidae, having rounded bodies, short tails, and short bills. (noun)
• Any of various similar or related birds. (noun)

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• "Sometimes we shot so-called plover along on the shore, sometimes wild chicken in the bush."
• "Interpreters and volunteers - called plover guardians - ensure safe viewing of these rare birds."
• "Stating that tourists are surprised to see these birds in Antalya, Erdoğan said birds such as the spur-winged plover, which is seen less and less in Europe, have laid over 50 eggs in the region."