User Contributed Dictionary
Pronunciation
IPA: /hɪ'ɹʌndʌɪn/Adjective
hirundine- pertaining to a swallow
Noun
hirundine- a member of the swallow family
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- 1973: ‘…and so, gentlemen, I believe I may confidently state that the hibernation of swallows, and of all other hirundines, is conclusively proved,’ said Mr Lamb, with a defiant glare at his audience. — Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise
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