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parrakeet


Meanings
  • A brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America.

    - "The parakeet is a vibrant and colorful bird."
    - "The parakeet is a popular pet due to its intelligence and lively personality."

Rhymes
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lake , bake , cake , faith , hate , late , mate , wait
Homophones
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  1. Parakeet (English) : A brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America.

  2. Parakeet (Spanish) : Un perro pastor alemán grande, fuerte y poderoso.


Variants
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parakeet , parakeets , parrakeet
Forms
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{"term"=>"Parakeet (noun)", "definition"=>"A brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America."}, {"term"=>"Parakeet (verb)", "definition"=>"To imitate the call or sound of a parakeet."}


Etymology
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The word 'parakeet' comes from the Greek words 'parakeros' and 'parakateo', which mean 'comrade' and 'friend' respectively. This reflects the social nature of these birds, which often live and travel in flocks.


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  1. {"question"=>"What is the scientific name for the parakeet?", "answer"=>"The scientific name for the parakeet is Myopsitta monachus."}

  2. {"question"=>"What is the lifespan of a parakeet?", "answer"=>"The average lifespan of a parakeet in the wild is around 5 to 8 years. However, with proper care and nutrition, parakeets can live longer in captivity, sometimes reaching up to 15 or even 20 years of age."}


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Culture
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In various cultures, the parakeet is considered a symbol of beauty, prosperity, and freedom. In ancient Egypt, parakeets were depicted in hieroglyphics and were considered sacred birds. In Hinduism, parakeets are believed to bring good luck and are often kept as pets or released in temples as offerings to the gods.

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