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lark

/lɑːk/

Meanings
  • noun

    A small bird with a melodious song.

    - "The lark sings at dawn."
    - "Larks are known for their beautiful songs."
    - "Birdwatchers often hear the lark's song in the countryside."

Pronunciation
  1. /lɑɹk/



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  2. /lɑɹk/



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Antonyms

owl
Synonyms

early bird , early riser , on a whim , whim
Rhymes
Words rhyming with lark
ark , dark , spark
Variants
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lark , larks , larked , larker , larkers , larking , lark about , lark about/around , lark around , horned lark , horned larks , for a lark , as a lark , on a lark , on/as a lark
Etymology
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Old English hlincweor, from hlinc, a hill + weoran, to sing. Larks are known for their habit of singing on hilltops.


Trivia
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  1. The lark is the national bird of several countries, including Bulgaria and Romania.

  2. Larks are omnivorous and feed on seeds, insects, and other small invertebrates.

  3. The lark is the state bird of South Dakota in the United States.


Related Concepts
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  1. Larkspur: A type of flower that does not have any relation to the lark bird.


Culture
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In literature, the lark is often used as a symbol of joy and freedom. In art, larks have been depicted in paintings and sculptures. In music, there are several compositions inspired by the lark's song.

How to Memorize "lark"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a small bird perched on a hilltop singing beautifully.

  2. associate

    - Associate the lark with joy, freedom, and beautiful music.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Larks Love Lofty Landscapes' to help remember the word.


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