american water ouzel

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Definition

Noun: * American water ouzel: A specific type of water ouzel (a small, aquatic songbird) native to western North America. It is known for its unique ability to walk and forage underwater in fast-flowing mountain streams.

Usage
  • The term "American water ouzel" is used as a singular, countable noun to refer to the bird itself.
  • It is a precise ornithological term. In general conversation, this bird is more commonly known as the American dipper.
Examples
  • We were lucky to spot an American water ouzel diving into the rapids.
  • The American water ouzel builds its nest on a rock ledge behind a waterfall.
Advanced Usage
  • The name distinguishes this North American species from other dipper species found in Europe and Asia (e.g., the white-throated dipper).
  • It is often discussed in the context of specialized avian adaptations for aquatic life.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dipper (n.): The more common general name for birds of the genus.
  • American dipper (n.): The most frequently used common name for , synonymous with "American water ouzel."
  • Water ouzel (n.): The traditional name for birds of the dipper family.
Synonyms
  • American dipper
  • (scientific name)
Notes
  • This is a compound noun where "American" specifies the geographic region of this particular "water ouzel." The core concept is the aquatic bird ('water ouzel'), with 'American' acting as a modifier.
Noun
  1. a water ouzel of western North America

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