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swan

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ˈsiʒnɨ/cis·ne

Definition

1

A large aquatic bird with a long neck and usually white feathers.

Usage examples

“We saw a swan swimming in the park lake.”
“The swan is a symbol of elegance and grace.”

Common combinations

white swanblack swanswan song

Idiomatic expressions

  • swan song (a final performance or act before retirement or death)