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Chen

Chen

9.9
A group of wild geese with mostly white feathers, like the snow goose
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Scientists have debated the classification of Chen in relation to the genus Anser.

Examples

  • The genus Chen includes several species with striking white plumage, such as the snow goose.

  • Look at that Chen!

  • Flocks of Chen migrate long distances between breeding and wintering grounds each year.

  • The Chen is beautiful.

  • The chen is known for its striking white feathers and strong migratory patterns.

  • During winter, flocks of chen can often be seen flying south for warmer temperatures.

  • Wildlife enthusiasts gather at the marshland to observe the chen in their natural habitat.

Compounds

Chen caerulescens
  • Specialized
9.9

A North American wild goose that is dark in summer and white in winter

Surface Forms

Chen singular
Chens plural

Etymology

Chen comes from the ancient Greek word khēn, which means 'goose'. Scientists took that old word as the name for a group of wild geese, so Chen refers to those mostly white geese.