hirundine
English
Etymology
From Latin hirundo (“a swallow”).
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /hɪˈɹʌndʌɪn/
Adjective
hirundine (not comparable)
- Relating to a swallow (the bird).
Noun
hirundine (plural hirundines)
- A member of the swallow family
- 1973, Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise
- ‘...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.
- 1973, Patrick O'Brian, HMS Surprise
Latin
Noun
hirundine
- ablative singular of hirundō