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plover

Noun

Definitions

1. plover

A noun referring to a type of small shorebird known for its distinctive zigzagging movement. The word is also used in patterns and designs, such as a staggered or alternating arrangement inspired by the bird's footprints.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A coworker was saying in the break room, "Plovers are so cute, aren't they?"

Sentence 2

Wait, plovers come to rivers right in the middle of the city?

Sentence 3

She said, "Seeing a flock of plovers makes me want to cry."

Sentence 4

Reporters said access restrictions were in place during the plover breeding season.

Sentence 5

I turned around, and there was a plover weaving through the waves as it flew!