Meaning of limpkin in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɪm(p)kɪn/

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  1. Noun

    limpkin

    Etymology

    late 19th century: from limp(with reference to the bird's limping gait) + -kin

    Definitions

    1. wading bird of Florida, Cuba and Jamaica having a drooping bill and a distinctive wailing call

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