swiftlet
Definition
- Noun:
- A small swift of eastern Asia: A swiftlet is a type of small bird belonging to the swift family, found primarily in eastern Asia.
- Producer of edible nests: This bird is notable for constructing nests using its solidified saliva, which are harvested for use in the culinary delicacy known as "bird's nest soup."
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The cave was home to thousands of swiftlets.
- The edible nest of the swiftlet is highly valued in some cultures.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The term can be used attributively to describe things related to the bird or its nest.
- The swiftlet population in that region is carefully monitored.
- They invested in a swiftlet farming operation.
Variants and Related Words
- Swift (noun): A related bird in the same family (Apodidae), known for its fast flight.
- Edible-nest swiftlet (noun): A full common name for specific species, like .
Synonyms
- Cave swiftlet: A common name emphasizing its nesting habitat.
- Salangane: Another name used for certain species of swiftlets, particularly those whose nests are collected.
Related Terms and Phrases
- Bird's nest: The primary product associated with the swiftlet. While "bird's nest" is a general term, in this context it specifically refers to the salivary nest of the swiftlet.
- Swiftlet farming: The practice of cultivating swiftlets in artificial structures to harvest their nests.
Noun
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swift of eastern Asia; produces the edible bird's nest
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