gannet

UK
/ˈɡæn.ɪt/
US
/ˈɡæn.ɪt/

Traductions

gannetnoun
gannets
pl
UK
/ˈɡæn.ɪt/
US
/ˈɡæn.ɪt/
The gannet is known for its impressive diving skills.
Олуша известна своими впечатляющими навыками ныряния.
Synonymes
gannetadjective
UK
/ˈɡænɪt/
US
/ˈɡænɪt/
Used attributively to describe things relating to gannets; rarely, if ever, gradable.

Définitions

gannetnoun
A large seabird of the family Sulidae, known for its white plumage, black-tipped wings, and long pointed bill, often found in the North Atlantic.
The gannet soared gracefully over the ocean, searching for fish below.
A person who is greedy or gluttonous, often used informally.
He was such a gannet at the buffet, piling his plate high with food.
gannetadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or associated with gannets.
The cliffs are famous for their gannet colonies and other seabird life.