| manakin | <ornithology> Any one of numerous small birds belonging to Pipra, Manacus, and other genera of the family Pipridae. They are mostly natives of Central and South America. Some are bright-coloured, and others have the wings and tail curiously ornamented. The name is sometimes applied to related birds of other families. Origin: Cf. F. & G. Manakin; prob. The native name. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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