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bulbul

[ bool-bool ] [ ˈbʊl bʊl ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

a songbird often mentioned in Persian poetry, regarded as being a nightingale.

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  • Of imitative origin, borrowed into English from Persian around 1775–85.
  • In Arabic, bulbul is the name of a bird in the Pycnonotidae family but can also refer to the nightingale.

EXAMPLES OF BULBUL

  • Every morning, the melodious song of the bulbul filled the garden.
  • The bulbul, with its cheerful tunes, was a favorite among birdwatchers.
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expeditious

[ ek-spi-dish-uhs ] [ ˌɛk spɪˈdɪʃ əs ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

characterized by promptness; quick.

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EXAMPLES OF EXPEDITIOUS

  • The company’s expeditious response to customer complaints improved its reputation.
  • His expeditious movements on the field made him the fastest player on the team.
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sapphirine

[ saf-er-in ] [ ˈsæf ər ɪn, -əˌrin, -əˌraɪn ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

like sapphire, especially in color.

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  • First recorded between 1375–1425.
  • From Greek sappheírinos, “like lapis lazuli” (see sapphire, -ine1).

EXAMPLES OF SAPPHIRINE

  • The tropical sea shimmered with sapphirine and turquoise waves.
  • Her sapphirine eyes matched her favorite blue dress.
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