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stork

noun \ˈstȯrk\

: a large bird that has long legs and a long bill and neck

Full Definition of STORK

: any of various large mostly Old World wading birds (family Ciconiidae) that have long stout bills and are related to the ibises and herons

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Middle English, from Old English storc; akin to Old High German storah stork and probably to Old English stearc stiff — more at stark

First Known Use: before 12th century

STORK Defined for Kids

noun \ˈstȯrk\

: a large wading bird that has a long heavy bill and long legs and builds large nests usually in trees or on the top of roofs and poles

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