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lory

/ˈlɔːri/

/ˈlɔri/

lorynoun

lories

/ˈlɔːri/

/ˈlɔri/

Translations

The lory is a colorful parrot native to the Australasian region.

Лори — это яркий попугай, обитающий в Австралазийском регионе.

Additional translations

Definitions

A small to medium-sized parrot found in Australasia, known for its bright plumage and brush-tipped tongue used for feeding on nectar.

The lory perched on the branch, its vibrant feathers glistening in the sunlight.

Synonyms

brush-tongued parrot

loryadjective

/ˈlɔː.ri/

/ˈlɔːr.i/

Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g. 'lory exhibit', 'lory feathers'.

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of lories, the nectar-feeding parrots of the subfamily Loriinae.

The zoo opened a new lory enclosure that allows visitors to feed the birds.