DUNLINS

Noun

dunlins

plural of dunlin

Source: Wiktionary


DUNLIN

Dun"lin, n. Etym: [Prob. of Celtic origin; cf. Gael. dun hill (E. dune), and linne pool, pond, lake, E. lin.] (Zoöl.)

Definition: A species of sandpiper (Tringa alpina); -- called also churr, dorbie, grass bird, and red-backed sandpiper. It is found both in Europe and America.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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