kea
a large, greenish New Zealand parrot, Nestor notabilis.
Origin of kea
1Words Nearby kea
Other definitions for Kea (2 of 2)
Keos.
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How to use kea in a sentence
The old man seemed to grow moody and sullen; kea was rather grieved and saddened.
The White Man's Foot | Grant AllenIt was not till we began to chew green sugar-cane together by way of dessert, that kea's spirits at all returned.
The White Man's Foot | Grant Allenkea's voice sank lower than ever, and she glanced around her with a frightened little gaze.
The White Man's Foot | Grant Allenkea pointed out to us with demonstrative finger the various floors or ledges on the inner wall.
The White Man's Foot | Grant AllenNot a living soul remained upon the spot save Frank and myself, and kea and her uncle.
The White Man's Foot | Grant Allen
British Dictionary definitions for kea (1 of 3)
/ (ˈkeɪə) /
a large New Zealand parrot, Nestor notabilis, with brownish-green plumage
Origin of kea
1British Dictionary definitions for Kea (2 of 3)
(in New Zealand) a member of the junior branch of the Scouts
Origin of Kea
2British Dictionary definitions for Kéa (3 of 3)
/ (ˈkɛa) /
transliteration of the Modern Greek name for Keos
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