dunkadoo

dunkadoo
\\|dəŋkə|dü\ noun (-s)
Etymology: imitative

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dunkadoo
(dʌŋkəˈduː)
[Echoic: from the bird's cry.]
Popular name in New England of the American bittern (Botaurus mugitans).

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • dunkadoo — noun The American bittern …   Wiktionary

  • dunkadoo — dun·ka·doo …   English syllables

  • American bittern — noun A medium sized bittern most commonly found in North America, scientific name Botaurus lentiginosus, known for its resounding calls. Syn: dunkadoo, Indian billet, Indian hen, mire drum, stake driver, thunder pumper See Also: South American… …   Wiktionary

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