Swan (noun)

1. A large waterbird with a long neck and typically all-white plumage.
2. A mythical bird that was reputedly able to sing sweetly before its death.
3. A woman of great beauty and grace.

Origin:

Old english swan, of germanic origin; related to dutch zwaan and german schwan.

Examples:

1. The swans gracefully glided across the lake.
2. The singer was compared to a swan for her beautiful voice.
3. The actress was known as the "Swan of the Silver Screen".
4. The swans on the River Thames are a famous sight.
5. In Greek mythology, the swan was associated with the god Zeus.