dunlin

Questions

What does dunlin mean?

A small wading bird, Calidris alpina, found along the coast and having a distinctive black belly patch in its breeding plumage. A type of stint.

Where does dunlin come from?

A diminutive of dun.

How to pronounce dunlin

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2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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