Penguin
(noun)
A flightless bird that is native to the Southern Hemisphere and is characterized by its black and white plumage, flippers, and tuxedo-like appearance.
Origin:
From the welsh word 'pen gwyn' meaning 'white head'.
Examples:
- The penguin was a popular attraction at the zoo and people came from far and wide to see it.
- Penguins are excellent swimmers and can dive to great depths to catch fish.
- Penguins are social birds and live in large colonies.
- Penguins have a unique appearance, with their black and white feathers, short flippers, and upright posture.
- Penguins have a special gland above their eyes that helps them regulate their body temperature in the cold Antarctic waters.