Definition

A type of bird that lives near the sea or in marine environments.

Example

The seafowl flew gracefully over the waves, searching for fish.

Conversation

Did you see all those seafowl by the beach yesterday?

Yeah, I love watching them fly around the water.

They're so graceful, especially when they dive for fish.

Absolutely! It's amazing how many different types of seafowl there are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seafowl is formed from "sea" (from Old English "sǣ", meaning the ocean or large body of saltwater) and "fowl" (from Old English "fugol", meaning bird). The word refers to birds that are found in or around the sea.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'sea' as the habitat and 'fowl' as the type of bird — seafowl are birds that live by or in the ocean.

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