swan
nounmasculine/ˈsiʒnɨ/medium
cis·ne
Definition
A large aquatic bird with a long neck and usually white feathers.
We saw a swan swimming in the park lake.
The swan is a symbol of elegance and grace.
Common collocations
white swanblack swanswan song
Idiomatic expressions
- swan song (a final performance or act before retirement or death)
Etymology
Do latim 'cygnus'.