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Definition of Dunlin

1. Noun. Small common sandpiper that breeds in northern or Arctic regions and winters in southern United States or Mediterranean regions.

Definition of Dunlin

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

Definition of Dunlin

1. a wading bird [n -S]

Medical Definition of Dunlin

1. A species of sandpiper (Tringa alpina); called also churr, dorbie, grass bird, and red-backed sandpiper. It is found both in Europe and America. Origin: Prob. Of Celtic origin; cf. Gael. Dun hill (E. Dune), and linne pool, pond, lake, E. Lin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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