tortor

/ˈtɔrtɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird of paradise found in New Guinea, known for its brightly coloured plumage.

“The unique appearance of the tortor made it a prized specimen for ornithologists to study.”

Synonyms

  • bird of paradise
  • paradisaeidae

Antonyms

  • ordinary bird
  • unremarkable species