Synonyms for

Terns

Verb / tɜ:nz / Another word for terns — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Terns are seabirds that are usually smaller than gulls and have long pointed wings and a forked tail.

Synonyms & similar words

tern seabird waterbird shorebird seafowl seagull gull petrel fulmar shearwater albatross pelican cormorant puffin auk

Example sentences

  1. The terns swooped down to catch fish in the ocean.
  2. We saw a flock of terns during our beach trip.
  3. The terns nested on the rocky cliffs by the shore.
  4. The terns' feathers were white and gray.
  5. The terns migrate to warmer climates during winter.

Quotes

  • "I am a tern, a bird that flies over the sea," said the tern.
  • "The terns are coming!" shouted the sailor.
  • "The terns are a symbol of freedom," said the poet.

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