What does BRANT mean?

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1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: A small goose with a short neck and dark plumage.

3. Pronunciations: US: /brænt/; UK: /brɑːnt/

4. Origin and Usage: Brant is derived from the Old Norse word "brandgás," meaning "burnt (black) goose." The word has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a type of goose that is typically found in coastal areas of the northern hemisphere. Brant geese are known for their dark plumage and small size, and are often hunted for sport and food.

5. Synonyms: Brent goose, black brant, sea brant.

6. Related Words: Grant, plant, brand, grand, trant.

7. Example Sentences:

• The brant geese were flying in formation over the bay.
• He cooked the brant goose with a cherry glaze.
• The black brant is a subspecies of the brant goose.
• The hunters set up decoys to attract the brant geese.