penguin

/ˈpɛŋɡuɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A flightless bird that belongs to the family Spheniscidae, typically having a black and white plumage and a distinctive waddling gait.

“The penguin swam swiftly through the icy waters of Antarctica.”

2. noun

A device resembling a penguin, especially in its shape or motion.

“The child played with a robotic penguin that could waddle and swim.”

Synonyms

  • auk
  • flightless bird
  • guillemot

Antonyms

  • bird of prey
  • flying bird