heron (Meaning)
heron (n)
Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century)
grey or white wading bird with long neck and long legs and (usually) long bill
heron (n.)
Any wading bird of the genus Ardea and allied genera, of the family Ardeidae. The herons have a long, sharp bill, and long legs and toes, with the claw of the middle toe toothed. The common European heron (Ardea cinerea) is remarkable for its directly ascending flight, and was formerly hunted with the larger falcons.
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heron Sentence Examples
- The lone heron stood sentinel at the water's edge, its keen gaze scanning for prey.
- The heron's graceful flight through the wetlands was a sight to behold.
- The heron's long, sharp beak was perfectly adapted for spearing fish.
- The heron patiently stalked its quarry, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
- The heron's feathers were a mottled gray, providing excellent camouflage among the reeds.
- The heron's nest was a platform of sticks and leaves, built high in a treetop.
- The baby herons were hatched with a thick covering of downy feathers.
- The heron's territorial call was a harsh, raspy sound.
- The heron's wingspan could reach up to six feet, allowing it to soar effortlessly.
- The heron was a symbol of patience, perseverance, and connection to the natural world.
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Greek mathematician and inventor who devised a way to determine the area of a triangle and who described various mechanical devices (first century), grey or whi
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The lone heron stood sentinel at the water's edge, its keen gaze scanning for prey.
The heron's graceful flight through the wetlands was a sight to behold.
The heron's long, sharp beak was perfectly adapted for spearing fish.
The heron patiently stalked its quarry, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
