What does BEAKS mean?

Beaks

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

  1. The horny projecting jaws of a bird, consisting of a projecting upper and lower mandible.
  2. A persons nose, especially when it is large or pointed.

3. Pronunciations:

  • US: /biks/
  • UK: /biːks/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "beaks" originated from the Middle English word "bekke" and Old English word "bēac" which means "beak" or "bill". It is commonly used to refer to the hard, pointed jaws of birds that are used for feeding and manipulating objects. It can also be used to refer to a persons nose, especially when it is large or pointed.

5. Synonyms: bill, nib, pecker, proboscis, snout

6. Related Words: claws, wings, tails, talon, hoofs

7. Example Sentences:

  1. The eagles beak is sharp and powerful, allowing it to tear apart its prey.
  2. He had a large beak that made him look like a bird.


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