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American bitterns

American bitterns is the plural of American bittern.

Meaning of American bittern

Noun

American bittern (plural American bitterns)

  1. A medium-sized bittern most commonly found in North America, Botaurus lentiginosus, known for its resounding calls.
    Synonyms:
    dunkadoo, Indian billet, Indian hen, mire-drum, stake-driver, thunder-pumper

Questions about American bitterns

What is American bitterns the plural of?
American bitterns is the plural of American bittern.

Words near American bitterns in the dictionary

  1. American beeches
  2. American bird grasshopper
  3. American bison
  4. American bisons
  5. American bittern
  6. American bitterns
  7. American black bear
  8. American black bears
  9. American black duck
  10. American black ducks
  11. American black plum

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