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golden plover
noun
- either of two plovers of the genus Pluvialis, having the back marked with golden-yellow spots, P. apricaria, of Europe, or P. dominica, of America.
golden plover
noun
- any of several plovers of the genus Pluvialis, such as P. apricaria of Europe and Asia, that have golden brown back, head, and wings
Word History and Origins
Origin of golden plover1
Example Sentences
A major part of the scheme has been to "re-naturalise" the River Sherford, creating a wetland which now hosts lapwing, golden plover and common snipe.
He adds: "In the spring when the greenshank and golden plover are singing, it's a fantastic place."
The spokesman said it was "fantastic" to see and hear the golden plovers on the island after their arrival from northern Europe.
The fires destroyed habitats for a range of threatened species including golden plover and Irish hare.
The issue is complicated by the structure's limited opening season as during winter months roosting grey herons, golden plovers and lapwings lay claim to the site's mudflats.
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