Definitions

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  • noun (Zoöl.) A small New Zealand owl (Sceloglaux albifacies). It has short wings and long legs, and lives chiefly on the ground.

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  • noun zoology A small New Zealand owl that has short wings and long legs and lives chiefly on the ground.

Etymologies

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Maori

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  • a funny animal with a silly name and it's not listed anywhere!

    June 24, 2013

  • Ooh, I have a home for it!

    June 27, 2013