Definition

Having a beak that is more pronounced or prominent than usual.

Example

The bird was beakier than the others, making it easier to spot in the flock.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how that bird has gotten beakier lately?

Yeah, I saw it the other day, it's so striking!

I wonder if it's because of the food it's been eating.

That could be it! Maybe it's just adapting to its environment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'beakier' is formed from 'beak' (from Old English 'beac', meaning a bird's bill or snout) and the suffix '-ier' (meaning more). The term 'beakier' describes something that has a more pronounced or larger beak than usual.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'beak' as the bill of a bird, and when something is 'beakier', it means it has a 'more' noticeable beak.

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