sea drake
The term "sea drake" has various meanings, ranging from mythical creatures to specific bird species, depending on cultural and regional contexts.
Definition
C2Ornithology
(US, bird)A term used in the US to describe a male eider duck, known for its presence in marine environments.
Example
- During the winter months, sea drakes could be seen bobbing on the cold Atlantic waters.
C2Ornithology
(UK, bird)A term used in the UK to refer to the pewit gull or a type of sea cormorant.
Example
- The coastal cliffs were home to many sea drakes, their cries echoing over the waves.
C1Fantasy and Mythology
(mythical, literary)A legendary marine creature resembling a dragon or serpent, often depicted with fins and webbed feet, inhabiting coastal waters.
Example
- The sailors told tales of a sea drake that guarded the hidden treasures of the deep.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sea drake":
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