What is another word for toucan?

Pronunciation: [tˈuːkən] (IPA)

Toucan, the colorful bird found in the forests of South America, is known for its distinctive appearance. But, did you know that there are several other synonyms for this bird? Some of the popular ones include the 'fruiter', 'fruit bird', or 'banana bird'. These names have been derived from its diet, as toucans are known to feed majorly on fruits. In addition, toucans are also referred to as the 'painted beak', 'aracari', or 'piciform' birds in certain regions. However, whatever be the name used, these creatures are indeed a sight to behold in the wild and are well-known for their unique calls and behaviors.

What are the hypernyms for Toucan?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • hypernyms for toucan (as nouns)

What are the hyponyms for Toucan?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Toucan?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

Usage examples for Toucan

If Mrs. toucan has the same desire that you have at this moment, then he permits her.
"In Desert and Wilderness"
Henryk Sienkiewicz
I have now called in an artist and an astronomer to verify my results, these two being the only living beings within hailing distance as I write, except a baby red howling monkey curled up in my lap, and a toucan, sloth, and green boa, beyond my laboratory table.
"Edge of the Jungle"
William Beebe
The surface of the lake swarms with an astonishing variety of water-fowl; such as black swan, duck, ibis sacra cranes, pelicans; and soaring above on the look-out for their prey are fish-eagles and hawks, while the neighbourhood is resonant with the loud chirps of the guinea-fowls calling for their young, with the harsh cry of the toucan, the cooing of the pigeon, and the "to-whit, to-whoo" of the owl.
"How I Found Livingstone"
Sir Henry M. Stanley

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