Definition of "roadrunner" [roadrunner]

• A swift-running, crested bird (Geococcyx californianus) of southwest North America, having streaked brownish plumage and a long tail. Also called chaparral bird, chaparral cock. (noun)

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• "The Red Shore have just signed to metal juggernaut/label roadrunner records."
• "I wanted to ask Governor Richardson whether he was aware that the roadrunner is the state bird of New Mexico."
• "we pay $45/mo. for twc's roadrunner, which is pretty reliable and pretty fast too."