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manakin Definition

mana·kin (man′ə kin)

noun

  1. any of a family (Pipridae) of brightly colored, small passerine birds of Central and South America, with short beaks
  2. manikin

Etymology: var. of manikin

manakin Usage Examples

Converse of object

collar: Bird highlights here included streaked flycatcher, white shouldered tanager, crested guan and orange collared manakin.

Adjective modifier

male: Just 3-4m beyond the wooden rails of the " viewing gallery " were 3 male manakins sitting on the ground.

Modifies a noun

lek: Army ant swarms are found frequently, sometimes attended by Rufous-vented Ground-Cuckoo, and there are many manakin leks right beside the road.