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frigate bird

 
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–noun
any of several predacious seabirds of the genus Fregata, having fully webbed feet.
Also, frig⋅ate⋅bird.
Also called man-o'-war bird.

Origin:
1730–40
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frigate bird  
n.  Any of various tropical sea birds of the family Fregatidae that have long powerful wings, dark plumage, and a hooked beak and characteristically snatch food from other birds in flight. Also called man-o'-war bird.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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