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Definition of "jacamar" []

  • Any of various tropical American birds of the family Galbulidae, having iridescent plumage and a long bill. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "jacamar" in a sentence
  • "A bird called jacamar is often taken for a kingfisher, but it has no relationship to that tribe."
  • "This area is home to several endangered and endemic birds, including the white-necked parakeet, coppery-chested jacamar, and bicoloured antvireo."
  • "“That must be a jacamar,” said Herbert, trying to get nearer."
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