gymnorhinal

[ jim-nuh-rahyn-l ]

adjective

1. (of a bird) having the nostrils exposed, not covered by feathers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gymnorhinal¹

From New Latin; gymno-, rhinal

Example Sentences

Gymnorhinal, jim-nō-rī′nal, adj. having the nostrils bare or unfeathered, as certain jays and auks.

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