petrel

Definitions


[ˈpɛtr(ə)l], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a seabird related to the shearwaters, typically flying far from land


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century: associated with St Peter, from the bird's habit of flying low with legs dangling, giving the appearance of walking on the water (see Matt. 14:30)




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