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noun
The two-note vocalisation made by the male of the common cuckoo (Cuculus canorus), or imitation of this by a cuckoo clock.
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noun
The repeated vocalisation of various other birds, such as doves.
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noun
A loving or affectionate murmuration.
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noun
A cuckoo.
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Usage: obsolete
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noun
A dish made from mashed okra and cornmeal.
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Usage: uncountable
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History
Imitative of the bird's song.
Ulitmately from various west African languages, as Yoruba kuuku (“corn dumpling”) and Akan kukú.
Across languages
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