native companion

noun

, Ornithology.

1. brolga.

native companion

noun

1. See brolga
   another name for the brolga

Word History and Origins

Origin of native companion¹

First recorded in 1810–20

Word History and Origins

Origin of native companion¹

C19: so called because the birds were observed in pairs

Example Sentences

Malcolm understood instantly that his native companion had found the ekka-wallah more communicative.

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I believe you can sleep on end like a blooming native-companion.

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Another bird that was seen by our friends, but not captured, is the one known as the native companion.

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So Dot alighted from the pouch, and joined in the conversation, and the Native Companion was much interested in hearing her story.

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Charley shot a native companion; a Fabirou was seen crossing our camp.

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