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Swan

(n.) Any one of numerous species of large aquatic birds belonging to Cygnus, Olor, and allied genera of the subfamily Cygninae. They have a large and strong beak and a long neck, and are noted for their graceful movements when swimming. Most of the northern species are white. In literature the swan was fabled to sing a melodious song, especially at the time of its death.


Swan - Other Definitions

  • (n.) Any one of numerous species of large aquatic birds belonging to Cygnus, Olor, and allied genera of the subfamily Cygninae. They have a large and strong beak and a long neck, and are noted for their graceful movements when swimming. Most of the northern species are white. In literature the swan was fabled to sing a melodious song, especially at the time of its death.

  • (n.) Fig.: An appellation for a sweet singer, or a poet noted for grace and melody; as Shakespeare is called the swan of Avon.

  • (n.) The constellation Cygnus.

Swan - 18 Partial Matches Found (Page 1 of 1)

Cobswan Miswander Swan's-down Swan-hopping Swan-upping
Swang Swanherd Swanimote Swank Swankie
Swanky Swanlike Swanmark Swannery Swanny
Swanpan Swans-down Swanskin
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