Manakin

/mˈænɐkˌɪn/

[noun]

Manakin

[NOUN]

a small, colorful bird found in tropical forests known for its vibrant plumage and unique courtship displays

What is a "manakin"?

A manakin is a small and colorful bird found primarily in the tropical forests of Central and South America. These charismatic birds are known for their vibrant plumage and unique courtship displays. Male manakins exhibit elaborate and intricate dance routines, often involving acrobatic leaps, flips, and wing-snapping sounds, all to impress potential mates. Their feathers come in a variety of striking colors, including shades of blue, green, yellow, and red, making them a delight to behold. Manakins have a distinctively stout and powerful build, which aids them in their agile movements through the dense vegetation.

a life-size dummy used to display clothes

synonyms : form

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mannequin

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a woman who wears clothes to display fashions

synonyms : fashion model

Examples

1. The red-capped manakin has a very different act.

2. The club-winged manakin is a South American bird that sings with its wings.

3. One example is with male club-winged manakins, super cute little birds that live in South America.

4. [chirruping] The most complex routine is that developed by the blue manakin.