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larid

larid

9.9
A long-winged water bird like a gull with webbed feet that lives by the sea
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : gaviota
  • Many larids gather on the beach during summer.

Examples

  • The larid soared gracefully over the ocean.

  • The coastline is home to several species of larid that can be seen soaring overhead.

  • Researchers observed the feeding behavior of a larid colony during the nesting season.

  • Unlike some other seabirds, larids are known for their adaptability to urban environments.

  • Researchers observed the feeding behavior of a larid colony during the nesting season.

  • The coastline is home to several species of larid that can be seen soaring overhead.

  • Many larids gather on the beach during summer.

Synonyms

gull
vslarid
27 2.0

A medium to large white seabird with long pointed wings and short legs

is the scientific family name used for the same birds
sea gull
vslarid
1.0

A mostly white bird with long wings that lives near the sea or lakes

is the taxonomic family term rather than a common name for these birds

Surface Forms

larid singular
larids plural

Etymology

The word larid comes from the Latin name Larus, meaning 'gull', which was used for these sea birds. So a larid is simply a gull-like seabird with long wings and webbed feet.