ostrich
word
Definition
A large, flightless bird native to Africa, known for its long legs and neck, and the ability to run at high speeds.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used as a noun in zoological or casual contexts. Sometimes used metaphorically in 'ostrich approach' for avoiding problems by ignoring them.
Spanish: avestruzPortuguese (BR): avestruzPortuguese (PT): avestruzChinese (Simplified): 鸵鸟Chinese (Traditional): 鴕鳥Hindi: शुतुरमुर्गArabic: نعامةBengali: উটপাখিRussian: страусJapanese: ダチョウVietnamese: đà điểuKorean: 타조Turkish: devekuşuUrdu: شترمرغIndonesian: burung unta
Example Sentences
The ostrich is the largest bird in the world.
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An ostrich cannot fly, but it can run very fast.
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I saw an ostrich at the zoo yesterday.
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There’s a famous myth that the ostrich hides its head in the sand, but it’s not true.
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He acts like an ostrich and ignores his problems.
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Have you ever seen an ostrich egg? They’re huge!
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