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Definition of Grebe
1. Noun. Small compact-bodied almost completely aquatic bird that builds floating nests; similar to loons but smaller and with lobate rather than webbed feet.
Group relationships: Genus Podiceps, Podiceps
Specialized synonyms: Great Crested Grebe, Podiceps Cristatus, Podiceps Grisegena, Red-necked Grebe, Black-necked Grebe, Eared Grebe, Podiceps Nigricollis, Dabchick, Little Grebe, Podiceps Ruficollis, Pied-billed Grebe, Podilymbus Podiceps
Definition of Grebe
1. n. One of several swimming birds or divers, of the genus Colymbus (formerly Podiceps), and allied genera, found in the northern parts of America, Europe, and Asia. They have strong, sharp bills, and lobate toes.
Definition of Grebe
1. a diving bird [n -S]
Medical Definition of Grebe
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