egret Synonyms
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egret Meaning
egret (n)
any of various usually white herons having long plumes during breeding season
egret (n.)
The name of several species of herons which bear plumes on the back. They are generally white. Among the best known species are the American egret (Ardea, / Herodias, egretta); the great egret (A. alba); the little egret (A. garzetta), of Europe; and the American snowy egret (A. candidissima).
A plume or tuft of feathers worn as a part of a headdress, or anything imitating such an ornament; an aigrette.
The flying feathery or hairy crown of seeds or achenes, as the down of the thistle.
A kind of ape.
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any of various usually white herons having long plumes during breeding seasonThe name of several species of herons which bear plumes on the back. They are gener
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A graceful egret waded through the shallow water, its long, slender legs carrying it effortlessly.
The egret's brilliant white feathers stood out against the vibrant green of the tropical foliage.
The egret's sharp beak was perfectly adapted for catching small fish and other aquatic creatures.
The egret's long neck allowed it to reach into the depths of the water to find its prey.
