pelican
Translation
pelican
Examples
A pelican flew over the water.
A pelican flew over the water.
The pelican has a large pouch under its beak.
The pelican has a large pouch under its beak.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ~)) a large water bird with a pouch under its beak A pelican flew over the water.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none (it's a specific type of bird).
Etymology
From Greek 'pelekan', possibly related to 'pelekys' (axe), referring to the shape of its bill.
Memory Tips
Picture a bird with a large 'pouch' under its beak. The 'p' sound in 'pouch' and 'pelican' can be a link.